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Deathtrap Meaning in English

word

Definition

A place, vehicle, or situation that is very dangerous and could easily cause death or serious injury.

Usage & Nuances

"Deathtrap" is informal and often used to criticize unsafe cars, buildings, roads, or old machines. It's rarely literal; it's a strong way to warn about extreme danger. Used more in speech than in formal writing.

Example Sentences

Many people think that car is a deathtrap.

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If you ask me, that road is a deathtrap at night because there are no streetlights.

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That old bridge is a deathtrap.

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The building was called a deathtrap after the accident.

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After seeing the exposed wires, I realized my apartment was a total deathtrap.

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That old elevator is a deathtrap—I don’t trust it at all.

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