ensnare
[ en-snair ]
/ ɛnˈsnɛər /
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verb (used with object), en·snared, en·snar·ing.
to capture in, or involve as in, a snare: to be ensnared by lies; to ensnare birds.
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OTHER WORDS FROM ensnare
en·snare·ment, nounen·snar·er, nounen·snar·ing·ly, adverbun·en·snared, adjectiveDictionary.com Unabridged
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British Dictionary definitions for ensnare
ensnare
insnare
/ (ɪnˈsnɛə) /
verb (tr)
to catch or trap in a snare
to trap or gain power over someone by dishonest or underhand means
Derived forms of ensnare
ensnarement, nounensnarer, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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