trapping

noun

Meaning

The act or process of catching animals using devices designed to hold or kill them.

Examples

Traditional trapping has been a way of life for many indigenous communities for centuries.
Local regulations now strictly govern the trapping of fur-bearing animals in this region.

Synonyms: snaring, hunting, capturing, poaching

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trapping

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtræpɪŋ/

Definition

The act or process of catching animals using devices designed to hold or kill them.

Examples

Traditional trapping has been a way of life for many indigenous communities for centuries.
Local regulations now strictly govern the trapping of fur-bearing animals in this region.
He learned the art of trapping from his grandfather during their long trips into the wilderness.

How to Use trapping

trapping of (prepositional phrase): The act of catching a specific type of animal. — "The trapping of foxes is prohibited in this park."

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