noun
Uncommon
trapping
TRA-pihng
Trapping (noun) means the practice of catching animals in traps, often for their fur. Example: “Trapping was once a major industry in the fur trade.”
noun
1
The practice of catching animals in traps, often for their fur.
"Trapping was once a major industry in the fur trade."
2
A decorative covering placed over a horse.
"The parade horses wore elaborate trapping for the ceremony."
How to use trapping
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of catching animals with traps, or an ornamental covering for a horse.
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Word forms
- Plural
- trappings
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Etymology
From trap.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for trapping
mapping
rapping
tapping
lapping
yapping
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napping
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wrapping
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Frequently asked questions
What does “trapping” mean?
The word “trapping” means the practice of catching animals in traps, often for their fur. In plain terms, the act of catching animals with traps, or an ornamental covering for a horse.
How do you pronounce “trapping”?
“Trapping” is pronounced TRA-pihng (/ˈtɹæpɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “trapping” in a sentence?
Here is “trapping” used in a sentence: “Trapping was once a major industry in the fur trade.”
What part of speech is “trapping”?
“Trapping” is a noun.
Is “trapping” a common word?
“Trapping” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “trapping” have?
“Trapping” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the practice of catching animals in traps, often for their fur.
