Word Meaning

snare definition and meaning

n. A contrivance, often consisting of a noose of cord, or the like, by which a bird or other animal may be entangled and caught; a trap; a gin.
n. Hence, anything by which one is entangled and brought into trouble.
n. The gut or string stretched across the lower head of a drum.
n. An instrument, consisting usually of a wireloop or noose, for removing tumors, etc., by avulsion.
v. t. To catch with a snare; to insnare; to entangle; hence, to bring into unexpected evil, perplexity, or danger.

Crossword clues for snare

- Entrap
- Frighten
- Net
- Running noose for trapping
- Trap
- Wire