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Definition of deathtrap

deathtrap

/ˈdɛθ.træp/
death · trap
Plural:deathtraps
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deathtrap Lexical Profile

deathtrap Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A structure, vehicle, or situation that is extremely dangerous, especially because of poor maintenance, faulty design, or lack of safety exits.

Example

"The city inspector condemned the old apartment building as a deathtrap due to its blocked fire escapes and faulty wiring."

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• Nearby Words

deathlike
deathly
deathmatch
deathtrap
deathwish
deb
debacle

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Deathtrap. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/deathtrap
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