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trapper

/ˈtræp.ər/
trap · per
Plural:trappers
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• noun

1

A person who traps wild animals, especially for their fur or pelts.

Example

"During the eighteenth century, many fur trappers explored the northern wilderness and traded at remote outposts."

2

North American The padded catching mitt worn on the non-stick hand by an ice hockey goaltender.

Example

"The goaltender flashed his leather trapper to snatch the rising puck out of midair."

3

Historically, a worker, often a child, employed in a coal mine to open and close ventilation doors for passing coal wagons.

Example

"Factory and mine inspectors documented the harsh working conditions faced by young trappers underground."

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trapezium
trapezoid
trapezoidal
trapper
trappings
trash
trash can

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the verb 'trap' (from Old English 'træppe', meaning a snare) and the agent suffix '-er'.

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