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traps

Pronunciation: [træps]

Word

Learn how to use traps in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “animals”

(noun) a device that is used to catch animals. Think of a box or a net that closes when an animal goes inside. People use traps in hunting or to catch pests.

Example

The hunter set several traps in the forest to catch rabbits.

Example

The traps were ineffective, and no animals were caught.

Example

What kind of traps do you think work best for catching mice?

Context: “play”

(noun) a situation that tricks someone into making a mistake or getting caught in a problem. Sometimes it's like a surprise that can get someone into trouble without them knowing it.

Example

The clever magician's act was filled with traps that amazed the audience.

Example

The plan was simple enough, but there were no traps to confuse anyone.

Example

Can you see the traps in the story that led the character to fail?

Context: “capture”

(verb) to catch someone or something in a trap. It means you have successfully taken control of something that was trying to escape or get away.

Example

They managed to trap the stray dog and took it to a shelter.

Example

They didn’t trap any fish during their entire trip.

Example

How do you plan to trap the raccoon that's been visiting your trash cans?

Context: “deceive”

(verb) to trick someone into getting caught or stuck in a problem. It means leading someone to make a wrong choice without them knowing it.

Example

The detective set a plan to trap the thief during his next robbery.

Example

He didn’t try to trap his friend; he was honest with him about everything.

Example

What methods do you think are used to trap people into scams?

How to pronounce traps

Pronunciation: [træps]

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