noun

luring

noun

The act of tempting or attracting someone, often into danger or a trap.

"The email was a classic phishing scam, luring victims with a fake prize notification."

"Police warned parents about strangers luring children with offers of candy."

How to Use Luring

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTempting or drawing someone in, usually with something desirable, often for a bad purpose.

Common pairings

lure someone in luring victims luring customers

lurings plural

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