Trappers: meaning, definitions and examples

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trappers

 

[ หˆtrรฆpษ™rz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal hunting

Trappers are individuals who engage in trapping animals, typically for their fur or other valuable parts. Their activities are often associated with hunting and wildlife management, as they play a role in controlling animal populations. Trappers may use various methods and traps to catch animals, which can include snares, leg-hold traps, and body-grip traps. The practice of trapping is regulated in many places to ensure it is done humanely and sustainably.

Synonyms

catchers, furriers, hunters

Examples of usage

  • The trappers set their lines in anticipation of a good catch.
  • Many trappers learn their skills from family traditions passed down through generations.
  • Trappers require a license to operate legally in many states.
  • The local trappers gathered for a convention to share techniques.

Translations

Translations of the word "trappers" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น trappers

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคฟเค•เคพเคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fallensteller

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penjebak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะธัะปะธะฒั†ั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ traperzy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฝ ็ŒŸๅธซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท trappeurs

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tramperos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tuzakรงฤฑlar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ซ ์‚ฌ๋ƒฅ๊พผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุตูŠุงุฏูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lovci

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lovci

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ•ๅ…ฝ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lovci

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gildrur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐัƒะปะฐัƒัˆั‹ะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒแƒ“แƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™lษ™lษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tramperos

Etymology

The word 'trapper' originates from the verb 'to trap', which dates back to the late 14th century, meaning to catch or ensnare animals. The modern use of the term evolved as animal trapping became a specialized profession, particularly in North America during the 19th century. As fur trading became a prominent industry, the role of trappers gained significance. Trappers often ventured into remote areas, contributing to exploration and the economy of the regions they inhabited. The adaptation of the term reflects both the practical aspect of animal trapping and its cultural significance in survival and trade among various communities.

See also: entrap, entrapment, trap, trapped, trapping.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,280, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.