trap

a device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned

drain consisting of a U-shaped section of drainpipe that holds liquid and so prevents a return flow of sewer gas

something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares

“the exam was full of trap questions”

“it was all a snare and delusion”

a device to hurl clay pigeons into the air for trapshooters

the act of concealing yourself and lying in wait to attack by surprise

informal terms for the mouth

place in a confining or embarrassing position

“He was trapped in a difficult situation”

catch in or as if in a trap

“The men trap foxes”

“They trap the animals”

hold or catch as if in a trap

“The gaps between the teeth trap food particles”

to hold fast or prevent from moving

“The child was pinned under the fallen tree”

“The fighter managed to trap his opponent”

to sell marijuana on a street corner