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trapfall|ˈtræpfɔːl| [f. trap n.1 + fall n.2: cf. pitfall n.] A trap consisting of a trap-door or covering over a pit or cellar arranged so as to give way beneath the feet. Also fig.
1596Spenser F.Q. v. ii. 7 In the same are many trap-fals pight, Through which the rider downe doth fall through oversight. 1610Healey St. Aug. Citie of God 373 Avoide these damnable trap-falls of the devill. 1797Holcroft tr. Stolberg's Trav. (ed. 2) III. lxxxvi. 132 She is accused of having contrived a trap-fall, in this palace. 1853Fraser's Mag. XLVIII. 347 A manager, who entertains higher notions of his art..than that of a mere snare or trap-fall for audiences. |