trap
trap
træp
trāp
British pronunciation
/træp/

Definition & Meaning of "trap"in English

Trap
01

an object that can be used to catch an animal

trap definition and meaning
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The hunter set a trap near the river.
A mouse was caught in the trap.
02

a U-shaped section of drainpipe that holds water to prevent sewer gases from returning

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The sink's trap blocked unpleasant odors.
Plumbers replaced the old trap under the bathroom sink.
03

the act of hiding and waiting in secret to catch someone or something by surprise

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The hunter 's trap involved lying in wait for hours before making his move.
He was caught in the trap, unaware that someone was waiting to ambush him.
04

a mechanism that launches clay pigeons into the air for shooting practice

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Shooters practiced hitting targets launched from a trap.
The trap flung the clay pigeons into the sky.
05

something, often deceptively attractive, that ensnares, deceives, or causes problems

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He fell into a financial trap set by the scammers.
Do n't fall into the trap of procrastination.
06

a light, two-wheeled horse-drawn carriage

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The couple rode through the park in a trap.
Traps were once popular for quick city travel.
07

a bunker or hazard on a golf course designed to challenge players

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His ball landed in the sand trap.
The golfer practiced escaping from traps.
08

a person's mouth

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Shut your trap before you get in trouble.
He stuffed a burger in his trap.
09

a subgenre of hip hop characterized by 808 bass, snappy snares, dark melodies, and lyrics often focused on street life and drug culture

What is "trap"?

Trap is a subgenre of hip hop that originated in the Southern United States and is known for its distinctive sound. It features hard-hitting, rhythmic beats with heavy use of synthesizers and bass drums. The lyrics in trap music often focus on themes such as street life, success, and personal struggles, delivered with a vocal style that can be both melodic and gritty. The genre is recognized for its energetic and modern sound, which has made it highly influential in contemporary music.

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He enjoys listening to trap music.
Trap beats dominate the charts.
to trap
01

to capture an animal using an object called a trap

Transitive: to trap an animal
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The wildlife conservation team set up humane traps to catch feral cats and relocate them to safer areas.
The farmer trapped a raccoon that had been raiding the chicken coop, using a baited cage near the barn.
02

to catch something or someone in a confined or controlled space or situation

Transitive: to trap sb/sth
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The deceptive scheme was designed to trap unsuspecting victims.
As the door slammed shut, she realized she was trapped in the dark room.
03

to put someone in a situation where they feel stuck or uncomfortable

Transitive: to trap sb | to trap sb in a difficult situation
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The tricky question trapped him in an awkward silence.
He was trapped in a conversation he could n’t escape.
04

to stop or hold something in place, preventing it from moving

Transitive: to trap sth
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The walls of the canyon trap the sound, echoing loudly.
The tall trees trap the sunlight, casting shadows on the ground.
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