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thirst trap
What does thirst trap mean?
Tied to "thirsty" (craving attention), and usually understood as intentional.
"Posting a thirst trap after a breakup is a classic move."
Origin
"Thirst trap" combines "thirsty" (craving attention, from AAVE) with "trap," emerging in the 2010s to describe deliberately alluring social-media photos posted to attract attention or desire.
Frequently asked questions
What does thirst trap mean?
A thirst trap is a deliberately alluring photo posted to attract attention, compliments, or desire.
Where did thirst trap come from?
It combines "thirsty" (craving attention) with "trap" and emerged in the 2010s.
Is posting a thirst trap intentional?
Yes — it's understood as a deliberate move to attract attention or compliments.
How do you use thirst trap in a sentence?
For example: "that's a thirst trap" — an alluring attention-seeking photo.
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