Snare
Noun
Definition: A device, typically consisting of a noose, used to catch animals or birds.
Definition: A trap or entanglement designed to catch or ensnare someone or something.
Definition: A drum or drum-like instrument with a set of wires or cords stretched across the lower skin, used to produce a buzzing or rattling sound when struck.
Synonyms: Trap, Net, Springe
Antonyms: Release, Liberation
- The hunter set up a snare to catch rabbits.
- The politician fell into a snare set by his opponents.
- The drummer played a snare during the concert.
- Think of a snare drum, which has the word "snare" in it, and how the wires or cords can ensnare the sound.
Verb
Definition: Catch (a bird or animal) in a snare.
Definition: Trap, entrap, or ensnare someone or something.
Synonyms: Trap, Ensnare, Entrap
Antonyms: Release, Free
- The trapper managed to snare several rabbits.
- The kidnapper devised a plan to snare his victim.
- Imagine setting a trap by placing a snare on the ground to catch an animal.
Etymology:
Middle English 'snare', from Old English 'snaer'; related to Dutch 'snaar' and German 'Schnur'.
Historical Usage:The word has been used since the Middle Ages to refer to traps and musical instruments.
Related Idioms:
"In the snare of"
Explanation:Caught or trapped by something, often used metaphorically to describe being entangled in a difficult or troublesome situation.
Misconceptions:
Confusing 'snare' (noun) with 'snare' (verb).
Explanation:'Snare' can be both a noun and a verb with different meanings.