snare
word
Definition
A snare is a trap for catching animals, usually made of a wire or rope. It can also mean a type of small drum in a drum set.
Usage & Nuances
Formal in trap/hunting contexts, neutral in music. As a noun, 'snare' often appears as 'snare drum' in music. Figuratively, 'snare' can mean a tricky or hidden danger. Not to be confused with 'snarl' (growling sound) or 'snar' (not common).
Spanish: trampa - lazo (instrumento de percusión: caja)Portuguese (BR): armadilha - tarola (instrumento de percussão: caixa)Portuguese (PT): armadilha - tarola (instrumento de percussão: caixa)Chinese (Simplified): 陷阱 - 小军鼓Chinese (Traditional): 陷阱 - 小鼓Hindi: फंदा - स्नेयर ड्रमArabic: فخ - سنير (طبل صغير)
Example Sentences
He played the snare in the school band.
basic
A bird was caught in the snare.
basic
The hunter set a snare to catch rabbits.
basic
Watch out—there might be a snare hidden under the leaves.
natural
The sharp sound of the snare drum woke everyone up.
natural
He nearly fell into their clever snare during negotiations.
natural