"thirst trapper" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: thirst trappers [plural], thirst-trapper [alternative]
Etymology: thirst trap + -er Etymology templates: {{af|en|thirst trap|-er}} thirst trap + -er Head templates: {{en-noun}} thirst trapper (plural thirst trappers)
  1. (social media) Someone who posts thirst traps.

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