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noun • 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 • 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 • a light two-wheeled carriage • a hazard on a golf course verb • place in a confining or embarrassing position • catch in or as if in a trap • hold or catch as if in a trap • to hold fast or prevent from moving • to sell marijuana on a street corner | ||||||||
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verb • set up or found • create by putting components or members together • construct, build, or erect • get ready for a particular purpose or event • put into a proper or systematic order • begin, or enable someone else to begin, a venture by providing the means, logistics, etc. • take or catch as if in a snare or trap • produce • set up for use • place • arrange the outcome of by means of deceit • erect and fasten • arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events • equip with sails or masts • make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc | ||||||||
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Sting Operation Crossword Clue
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