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.
verb (tr)
- to catch or trap in a snare
- to trap or gain power over someone by dishonest or underhand means
1570s, from en- (1) “make, put in” + snare (n.). Related: Ensnared; ensnaring.