Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Steel Trap.
Steel Trap - as a noun
An acute intelligence (an analogy based on the well-known sharpness of steel traps)
Example: "He's as sharp as a steel trap"
A trap made of steel with a strong spring and sharp toothlike projections to hold the prey
Example Sentences
"His mind was like a steel trap, never forgetting a detail."
"She has a memory like a steel trap. She can remember every conversation."
"The detective's mind worked like a steel trap, piecing together the clues effortlessly."
"He was known for his sharp wit and a mind like a steel trap."
"The professor's mind was like a steel trap, always analyzing and retaining information."
