An incentive that helps bring about a desired state. In some contexts, this can imply bribery.
An introductory statement of facts or background information.
The act of placing a port on a vessel's itinerary because the volume of cargo offered at that port justifies the cost of routing the vessel.
Something that tempts or attracts, especially one with a promise of reward or pleasure.
A bunch of feathers attached to a line, used in falconry to recall the hawk.
An artificial bait attached to a fishing line to attract fish.
A velvet smoothing brush.
To recall a hawk with a lure.
To attract by temptation, appeal, or guile.
To attract fish with a lure.