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Trap
01
trappola
an object that can be used to catch an animal
Esempi
The trap had to be carefully set to work properly.
La trappola doveva essere posizionata con cura per funzionare correttamente.
02
a U-shaped section of drainpipe that holds water to prevent sewer gases from returning
Esempi
Clogs in the trap can cause slow drainage.
03
trappola, imboscata
the act of hiding and waiting in secret to catch someone or something by surprise
Esempi
The criminal fell right into the trap set by the police, who had been watching his every move.
Il criminale è caduto dritto nella trappola tesa dalla polizia, che ne aveva monitorato ogni mossa.
04
a mechanism that launches clay pigeons into the air for shooting practice
Esempi
The range had several traps for different angles.
05
something, often deceptively attractive, that ensnares, deceives, or causes problems
Esempi
She recognized the trap in the contract's fine print.
06
a light, two-wheeled horse-drawn carriage
Esempi
The trap could seat two passengers comfortably.
07
a bunker or hazard on a golf course designed to challenge players
Esempi
She learned how to avoid the trap on the fairway.
08
bocca, battifolle
a person's mouth
SlangEsempi
She told him to mind his trap during the meeting.
Lei gli ha detto di badare alla sua trappola durante la riunione.
09
a subgenre of hip hop characterized by 808 bass, snappy snares, dark melodies, and lyrics often focused on street life and drug culture
Esempi
Trap has influenced pop and electronic music.
to trap
01
intrappolare
to capture an animal using an object called a trap
Transitive: to trap an animal
Esempi
The wildlife conservation team set up humane traps to catch feral cats and relocate them to safer areas.
La squadra di conservazione della fauna selvatica ha installato trappole umane per catturare i gatti selvatici e trasferirli in aree più sicure.
02
intrappolare, catturare
to catch something or someone in a confined or controlled space or situation
Transitive: to trap sb/sth
Esempi
As the door slammed shut, she realized she was trapped in the dark room.
Mentre la porta si chiudeva sbattendo, si rese conto di essere intrappolata nella stanza buia.
03
intrappolare, mettere in difficoltà
to put someone in a situation where they feel stuck or uncomfortable
Transitive: to trap sb | to trap sb in a difficult situation
Esempi
The tricky situation trapped her, making it hard to make a decision.
La situazione complicata l'ha intrappolata, rendendo difficile prendere una decisione.
04
intrappolare, catturare
to stop or hold something in place, preventing it from moving
Transitive: to trap sth
Esempi
The thick clouds trapped the sunlight, leaving the day overcast.
Le nuvole spesse intrappolavano la luce del sole, lasciando la giornata nuvolosa.
Albero Lessicale
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