Kafkatrap

English

/ˈkæf.kəˌtræp/, /ˈkɑf.kəˌtræp/

noun
Definitions
  • A sophistical rhetorical device in which any denial by the accused serves as evidence of guilt.

Etymology

Compound from English Kafka + English trap.

Origin

English

trap

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