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Definition of tripwire

tripwire

/ˈtrɪp.waɪ.ər/
trip · wire
Plural:tripwires
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tripwire Lexical Profile

tripwire Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A passive wire or cord stretched close to the ground that activates an alarm, trap, or camera when disturbed or stumbled over.

Example

"The wildlife photographer set up a hidden camera connected to a tripwire along the forest trail."

2

A threshold, event, or mechanism—such as in finance, policy, or cybersecurity—that automatically triggers a defensive response or warning when crossed.

Example

"The software includes a digital tripwire that alerts administrators the moment unauthorized file changes occur."

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tripoli
tripper
trippy
tripwire
trisect
trisectrix
trite

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