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TRAPS

(noun, verb)

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There are 13 meanings of the word Traps.

How to pronounce traps:

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Traps - as a noun

A device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
device12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Drain consisting of a u-shaped section of drainpipe that holds liquid and so prevents a return flow of sewer gas

Something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares

Example: "The exam was full of trap questions"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
snare5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
design8plan6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A device to hurl clay pigeons into the air for trapshooters

The act of concealing yourself and lying in wait to attack by surprise

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ambuscade16ambush13lying in wait
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
coup de mainsurprise attack
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Informal terms for the mouth

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cakeholegob6hole7maw8yap8

A light two-wheeled carriage

A hazard on a golf course

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bunker12sand trap

Traps - as a verb

Place in a confining or embarrassing position

Example: "He was trapped in a difficult situation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pin down

Catch in or as if in a trap

Example: "The men trap foxes"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ensnare7entrap8snare5trammel11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
capture11catch12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Hold or catch as if in a trap

Example: "The gaps between the teeth trap food particles"

To hold fast or prevent from moving

Example: "The child was pinned under the fallen tree"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
immobilise16immobilize25pin5

To sell marijuana on a street corner

Example Sentences

"He set up traps in his garden to catch mice."
"The detective inspected the crime scene for any possible traps."
"The soldier cleared the area of landmines and hidden traps."
"The children set up traps to catch bugs and insects."
"He traps small animals in his backyard."
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Word Game Points

Is TRAPS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, traps is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TRAPS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is TRAPS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, traps is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TRAPS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is TRAPS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, traps is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TRAPS has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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