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

Examples:
  • 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.
Mnemonics:
  • 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

Examples:
  • The trapper managed to snare several rabbits.
  • The kidnapper devised a plan to snare his victim.
Mnemonics:
  • Imagine setting a trap by placing a snare on the ground to catch an animal.

Etymology:

Origin:

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:

Idiom:

"In the snare of"

Explanation:

Caught or trapped by something, often used metaphorically to describe being entangled in a difficult or troublesome situation.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing 'snare' (noun) with 'snare' (verb).

Explanation:

'Snare' can be both a noun and a verb with different meanings.

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