Entrap — synonyms, definition

1. entrap (Verb)

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entrap (Verb) — Take or catch as if in a snare or trap. ex. "The innocent man was entrapped by the police"

entrap (Verb) — (hunting) catch in or as if in a trap. ex. "The men entrap foxes"

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