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Definition of trapper - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
animal trappingperson who traps animals for fur or meat
- The trapper set his snares in the forest.
2.
- The trapper was known in the neighborhood.
3.
musicperformer of trap music
- The trapper released a new album last week.
4.
capture deviceRare device or tool used to trap animalsRare
- He placed the trapper carefully near the burrow..
5.
miningDated worker who manages mine ventilation doorsDated
- The trapper opened the door to let the air flow.
6.
historyDated UK ornamental covering for a horseDated UK
- The knight's horse wore a trapper in the parade.
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device or tool used to trap animals 
ornamental covering for a horse
Origin of trapper
English, trap + -er (one who)
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Examples of trapper in a sentence
A seasoned trapper knows the best spots for setting traps. The trapper operated discreetly to avoid police attention. Local authorities were cracking down on trappers in the area. The trapper gained fame with his viral hit. Young trappers are redefining the music scene. The trapper was set to catch the elusive fox.
Hunters checked the trapper every morning for any catches. A trapper's job is crucial for safety underground. The trapper ensured the mine's air was fresh. The museum displayed a medieval trapper in its collection. Each horse in the ceremony was adorned with a colorful trapper.
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- French:trappeur, dealer, ...
- German:Fallensteller, Dealer, ...
- Italian:trappolatore, spacciatore, ...
- Spanish:cazador, camello, ...
- Portuguese:caçador de peles, traficante de droga, ...
- Chinese:捕兽者, 毒贩, ...
- Japanese:罠猟師, トラップミュージシャン, ...
- Arabic:صياد, مُرَوِّجُ مُخَدِّرات, ...
- Hebrew:צַיָּיד, סוֹחֵר סַמִּים, ...
- Russian:охотник, торговец, ...
- Ukrainian:мисливець, торговець, ...
- Hindi:शिकारी, ड्रग डीलर, ...
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