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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Intrap, -trape, v. [e.m.E. intrappe (1534), -trap, var. of entrap (1590–6).] tr. To catch in a trap. —1581 Hamilton Cath. Tr. 44 b.
Bot Sathan … inuolnit and intrappit the hartis of the Capernaitis in thir doubtis 1607 Highland P. III. 98.
No goode meanis salbe omittit w[hi]lkis may intrap him 1611-57 Mure Son. x. 12.
Quhose … tounge vntrou'd Hath oft intrappit many a wanton wench 1657 Balfour Ann. I. 169.
How to intrape the author of all the mischeiues of the kingdome