insnare Meaning, Definition & Usage

In*snare" transitive verb

Etymology

Written also ensnare.

Wordforms

imperfect & past participle Insnared ; present participle & verbal noun Insnaring

Definitions

1. To catch in a snare; to entrap; to take by artificial means. "Insnare a gudgeon." Fenton.
2. To take by wiles, stratagem, or deceit; to involve in difficulties or perplexities; to seduce by artifice; to inveigle; to allure; to entangle.

   The insnaring charms Of love's soft queen. Glover.