cantrap Meaning, Definition & Usage

Can"trap, Can"trip noun (Also<

• Cantrap
• Cantrip

)

Etymology

Cf. Icel. gandar, ODan. & OSw. gan, witchcraft, and E. trap a snare, tramp.

Definitions

1. A charm; an incantation; a shell; a trick; adroit mischief. Written also cantraip. Scot.