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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

entrap

/ɛnˈtræp/ verb · British & US
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What does entrap mean?

verb

to catch or trap someone or something in a difficult or unpleasant situation, or to trick or deceive someone into doing something.

Example

"The company's financial troubles will entrap the investors, making it difficult for them to recover their losses."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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