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Recent Examples of trapper
In 2019, Taylor Parker began a relationship with Wade Griffin, a roofer and hog trapper living in northeast Texas.
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Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 12 June 2026
The hike features Bailly Homestead, where fur trapper Joseph Bailly first established his trading post along the Little Calumet River in 1822.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
With traces of the trap titans that paved the way, Kushington’s motivational raps filled his trapper-friendly The Streets Is Yours debut project, which arrived last March.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
Even though trapping itself isn’t painful to the animal, some anti-trappers and hunters are uncomfortable with the idea of an animal being captive, or experiencing fear when the trapper arrives to check the trap.
—Skye Goode, Outdoor Life, 29 Jan. 2026
His final accents came via dark shades and a fluffy black trapper hat.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
The puck, the trapper, the goalie pads.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 24 Dec. 2025
In Sarasota County, the answer is at least seven — plus a skilled trapper, according to the sheriff's office.
—Briauna Brown, CBS News, 3 Dec. 2025
One trapper setting out one trap for one night equals one trap-night.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 13 Nov. 2025
Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 12 June 2026
The hike features Bailly Homestead, where fur trapper Joseph Bailly first established his trading post along the Little Calumet River in 1822.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
With traces of the trap titans that paved the way, Kushington’s motivational raps filled his trapper-friendly The Streets Is Yours debut project, which arrived last March.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026
Even though trapping itself isn’t painful to the animal, some anti-trappers and hunters are uncomfortable with the idea of an animal being captive, or experiencing fear when the trapper arrives to check the trap.
—Skye Goode, Outdoor Life, 29 Jan. 2026
His final accents came via dark shades and a fluffy black trapper hat.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
The puck, the trapper, the goalie pads.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 24 Dec. 2025
In Sarasota County, the answer is at least seven — plus a skilled trapper, according to the sheriff's office.
—Briauna Brown, CBS News, 3 Dec. 2025
One trapper setting out one trap for one night equals one trap-night.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 13 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trapper
Noun
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The property is famous for thermal baths fed by a spring discovered by medieval hunters, and holds six collective Michelin stars across its restaurants.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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News of the bugle spread quickly and sent local hunters into a frenzy, scouring the forest for one last chance for glory.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
Noun
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Orion was a giant huntsman whom Zeus placed amongst the stars, securing his place in heroic tales for all time.—
Taylor Grothe,
Parents,
10 Apr. 2026
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Though who’s the better huntsman may never be known, the two have specialized in tracking down quarterbacks and running backs for the Cavs.—
Colby Gordon,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Dec. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Trapper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trapper. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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