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trip wire
noun
Definition of TRIP WIRE
1
: a low-placed concealed wire used especially in warfare to trip an enemy or trespasser and usually to trigger an alarm or explosive device when moved
2
: something (as a small military force) intended to function like a trip wire (as to set a larger military force in motion)
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First Known Use of TRIP WIRE
1915
Rhymes with TRIP WIRE
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