trapper

[ trap-er ]

noun

1. a person or thing that traps. trap.
2. a person whose business is the trapping trap of animals for their furs.

trapper

/ ˈtræpə /

noun

1. a person who traps animals, esp for their furs or skins

Word History and Origins

Origin of trapper¹

First recorded in 1615–25; trap ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Even a black-and-white, near-silent slapstick comedy about a 19th century trapper battling beavers.

From Los Angeles Times

The other is the sea otter, which was wiped out of Oregon waters by fur trappers more than 100 years ago.

From Science Daily

“The agent trapper’s handling of a nuisance alligator was appropriate and routine,” it said.

From New York Times

Officials with the Department of Fish and Wildlife and an El Dorado County trapper later shot and killed the mountain lion, which remained within “close proximity” of where the attack occurred, said Sgt.

From Los Angeles Times

The proposal cites people who watch, photograph or listen to wildlife as examples of potential new board members, joining hunters, fishermen and trappers.

From New York Times