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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."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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