snare

A trapping device, often consisting of a noose, used for capturing birds and small mammals.

Something that lures or entangles the unwary.

A surgical instrument with a wire loop controlled by a mechanism in the handle, used to remove growths, such as tumors and polyps.

To trap with or as if with a snare. synonym: catch.

To get hold or control of (something difficult to catch).

Any of the wires or cords stretched across the lower drumhead of a snare drum so as to vibrate against it.

A snare drum.

To catch with a snare or noose; net.

Figuratively, to catch or take by guile; bring by cunning into unexpected evil, perplexity, or danger; entangle; entrap.

To use snares; catch birds or other animals in snares.