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Definition of booby-trap

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1. booby_trap [ n ] an explosive mine hidden underground; explodes when stepped on or driven over

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(Clayton C. Barbeau, The Ikon....)

Between the ponderous hulk and himself , in the valley over which Papa-san reigned , men had hidden high_explosives , booby_traps , and mines .

Booby_traps to fill the head with chunks of metal .

Synonyms booby_trap ground-emplaced_mine land_mine Related Terms mine bouncing_betty claymore

2. booby_trap [ n ] an unforeseen or unexpected or surprising difficulty

Synonyms pitfall booby_trap Related Terms difficulty

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