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trapping

The correct spelling is trapping.

How to pronounce trapping

verb

IPA: /ˈtɹæpɪŋ/

Say it like: Tra-ppi-ng

The correct spelling is trapping. To physically capture, to catch in a trap or traps, or something like a trap. For example: "to trap foxes"

Usage Examples

to trap foxes

to trap a drain

trap for beaver

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To physically capture, to catch in a trap or traps, or something like a trap.
  2. 2.To ensnare; to take by stratagem; to entrap.
  3. 3.To provide with a trap.
  4. 4.To set traps for game; to make a business of trapping game
  5. 5.To leave suddenly, to flee.

noun

  1. 1.An instance of ensnaring something or someone.
  2. 2.An ornamental covering or harness for a horse; caparison.

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