ensnare








verb (used with object), en·snared, en·snar·ing.

  1. to capture in, or involve as in, a snare: to be ensnared by lies; to ensnare birds.

verb (tr)

  1. to catch or trap in a snare
  2. to trap or gain power over someone by dishonest or underhand means
v.

1570s, from en- (1) “make, put in” + snare (n.). Related: Ensnared; ensnaring.

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