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Definition of flytrap

flytrap

/ˈflaɪ.træp/
fly · trap
Plural:flytraps
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flytrap Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A carnivorous plant, such as the Venus flytrap, that possesses specialized leaves adapted to catch and digest insects.

Example

"The children watched in fascination as the flytrap snapped shut around the unsuspecting beetle."

2

A device, often consisting of sticky paper or a baited container, designed to attract, catch, and kill flies or other flying insects.

Example

"She hung a sticky flytrap from the ceiling of the barn to control the summer insect population."

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Word Origin & Etymology

A compound word formed from 'fly' and 'trap', first recorded in the late 18th century, most notably used in the name of the carnivorous Venus flytrap.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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