snare


Definition: Meaning of, snare in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / snɛː /

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Singular Plural
snare snares
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  1. a trap for catching an animal, especially one that uses a wire or rope to catch the animal by its foot
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  2. literary something that is intended to trick someone and get them into a difficult situation [=  trap]
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Word Forms:
Prsesent Past Past Participle
snare snared snared
Present Participle Third Person Singular
snaring snares
[transitive]
  1. to catch an animal by using a snare
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  2. to get something or someone you want in a clever way, often by deceiving other people
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snare used in phrases

  • snare drum (noun)
    1. a small flat drum that makes a hard continuous sound when you hit it
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