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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

trapping

/træpɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does trapping mean?

verb

The act of catching or holding something, typically by surprise or in a clever way. To capture or hold something, especially by using a clever or deceitful method.

Example

"The animal was caught in a trap, and the hikers had to use a clever trapping technique to free it."

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