- lobster trap
- noun see lobster pot
New Collegiate Dictionary. 2001.
lobster trap
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Lobster trap — Lob ster trap, n. same as {lobster pot}. [PJC] … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
lobster trap — Lobster pot Lob ster pot, n. a device used to trap lobsters, consisting of a semi cylindrical structure made of wooden slats, with openings formed of funnel shaped nets allowing lobsters to enter, but impeding their exit. It is also called a… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Lobster trap — For other uses, see Lobster trap (disambiguation). Not to be confused with Lobster tailed pot Lobster pots in Jersey A lobster trap or lobster pot is a portable trap that traps lobsters or crayfish and is used in lobster fishing. A lobster trap… … Wikipedia
lobster trap — noun : lobster pot * * * lobster trap, a trap for catching lobsters, consisting of a box made of slats and a hole of funnel shaped net through which the lobster crawls to get into the baited box … Useful english dictionary
Lobster Trap — A strategy used by a target firm to prevent a hostile takeover. In a lobster trap, the company passes a provision preventing anyone with more than 10% ownership from converting convertible securities into voting stock. Examples of convertible… … Investment dictionary
Lobster trap (finance) — A lobster trap is an anti takeover strategy used by target firms. In a lobster trap, the target firm issues a charter that prevents individuals with more than 10% ownership of convertible securities (includes convertible bonds, convertible… … Wikipedia
lobster trap — /ˈlɒbstə træp/ (say lobstuh trap) noun a trap with a flat base or floor, above which is a mesh supported by a frame so shaped as to leave one or more funnels designed to allow the entry of lobsters into the trap and reduce the chance of… …
Lobster fishing — is the commercial or recreational harvesting of marine lobsters, spiny lobsters or crayfish. Lobster fishing in the US: See also: North American lobster industryThis is a major marine industry in the state of Maine, as well as other parts of the… … Wikipedia
Lobster pot — Lob ster pot, n. a device used to trap lobsters, consisting of a semi cylindrical structure made of wooden slats, with openings formed of funnel shaped nets allowing lobsters to enter, but impeding their exit. It is also called a {lobster trap}.… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Lobster pot — can refer to one of the following:*A lobster trap *A contemporary nickname for the typical cavalry helmet, worn by both sides in the English Civil War (in French, capeline ) … Wikipedia
