caltrap

Meanings

• A type of trap used in hunting, particularly for small animals such as rabbits.

  - "The hunter set his caltraps in the field."
  - "The rabbit fell into the caltrap, trapping it."

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Synonyms

bindii , burra , puncturevine , knapweed , calthrop , caltrap , cheval trap , crow’s foot , galthrap , galtrap , galtrop

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with caltrap
caliber , calender , calorie , calorific , calculable , calculator , calculus , calibration , camouflage , canopy , caper , capercaillie , cape , cartridge , catapult , catnap , catwalk , caterpillar , chalktrap

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Variants

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calthrop , calthrops , caltrop , caltrops , puncture vine , puncture vines

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Etymology

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The word 'caltrap' is derived from the Old French word 'calatre' which means 'to crush' or 'to trap'.

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Culture

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The caltrap has a rich cultural history, particularly in hunting communities. It is believed to have originated in Europe during the Middle Ages, and was widely used for hunting small game such as rabbits and hares. The caltrap was also used in ancient warfare, particularly in siege warfare, where it was used to trap enemy soldiers attempting to approach the walls of a fortified city.

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