trap
[ˈtræp]
1
trap
noun
- a device that is used for catching animals
- something that is used or done to stop or capture someone (such as a criminal)
- a situation in which someone is tricked into doing or saying something
2
trap
verb
- to catch (an animal) in a trap
- to force (a person or animal) into a place or position from which escape is very difficult or impossible
- to cause (a person or animal) to be unable to move or escape from a dangerous place —usually used as (be) trapped
