"draintrap" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: draintraps [plural]
Etymology: drain + trap Etymology templates: {{compound|en|drain|trap}} drain + trap Head templates: {{en-noun}} draintrap (plural draintraps)
  1. A bend, sag, or other device in a waste-pipe arranged so that the liquid contents form a seal which prevents the escape of noxious gases, but permits the flow of liquids. Synonyms: trap
    Sense id: en-draintrap-en-noun-JYJ36WjE Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

Inflected forms

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