Trappy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtɹæpi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Trappy is an adjective meaning Traplike, reminiscent of a trap.
Meaning
Traplike, reminiscent of a trap.
More Meanings
- (horse riding) Of a gait, short, rapid and high-stepping.
- (chess) Of an opening, having many traps that can be played against opponents unfamiliar with the lines.
- Abundant in traps
- (mineralogy) Like the mineral trap; trappean; trappous.
Example Sentences
This district is not so easy for a stranger to ride his own line over as the Midlands; it is not half so stiff, but it is often cramped and trappy.
Word Forms
- trappier
- trappiest
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include traplike, snarelike, trance-like, trapezelike, tourist trappy, traylike.
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