Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
springe
noun
/sprɪndʒ/
Definition
A type of snare or trap used to catch animals.
Examples
- The hunter set a springe to catch rabbits in the forest.
- Using a springe is an age-old method of trapping that requires skill and patience.
Meaning
To spring a trap means to activate it, often referring to a mechanism that captures something when triggered.
Synonyms
- snares
- traps
- devices