TRAPPER Synonyms: 15 Similar and Opposite Words

trapper

noun

Definition of trapper

as in hunter

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nonhunter

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Recent Examples of trapper People who live in Florida must also realize that the alligators were here first, and not be so quick to call a trapper when a gator is sunning in a public space. — Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Aug. 2026 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said in its statement that its officers and an alligator trapper were summoned. — David Chiu, PEOPLE, 10 Aug. 2026 To remove cane toads from your property, wear eye and skin protection, and contact a wildlife trapper if necessary. — Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 8 July 2026 In 2019, Taylor Parker began a relationship with Wade Griffin, a roofer and hog trapper living in northeast Texas. — 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

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Noun

Generally, these hunters do not start attacking cells unless there is a reason to do so, such as inflammation, a key marker of infection.

— Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Florida set the kill quota at 172 bears in 2025, but hunters bagged just 52, as many who won a permit didn’t use it.

— Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of hunter

Noun

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
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

Definition of huntsman

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