A pin or wedge inserted through a slot to hold machine parts together; a cotter.
A split pin, the ends of which project through an object being fastened and are bent back to hold it in place.
A trap (especially one made from a loop of wire, string, or leather).
A set of stiff wires held under tension against the lower skin of a drum to create a rattling sound.
A similar looped instrument formerly used to remove tumours etc.
A mental or psychological trap.
A snare drum.
A loop of cord used in obstetric cases, to hold or to pull a fetus from the mother animal.
To catch or hold, especially with a loop.
To ensnare.