entrapment
What is another word for entrapment? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The act of luring someone, especially by police, into committing a crime so they can be arrested for it.
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How to use entrapment
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a defense of entrapment
claim entrapment
Etymology
From "entrap" plus the suffix "-ment," forming a noun describing the act or result.
Full origin of entrapment →Frequently asked questions
What does “entrapment” mean?
The word “entrapment” means the act of luring someone, especially by police, into committing a crime so they can be arrested for it. In plain terms, usually a legal term for police tricking someone into breaking the law; also used more generally for a feeling of being trapped.
How do you pronounce “entrapment”?
“Entrapment” is pronounced ihn-TRAP-muhnt (/ɪnˈtɹæpmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “entrapment” in a sentence?
Here is “entrapment” used in a sentence: “The defense argued that the sting operation amounted to entrapment.”
What part of speech is “entrapment”?
“Entrapment” is a noun.
How many meanings does “entrapment” have?
“Entrapment” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of luring someone, especially by police, into committing a crime so they can be arrested for it.
