deadfall

English

/ˈdɛdfɔːl/, /ˈdɛdfɑl/

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) Coarse woody debris; deadwood.
  • (countable) A kind of trap for animals, consisting of a heavy board or log that falls on to the prey.
  • (countable) A cheap, rough bar or saloon.

Etymology

Compound from English dead + English fall.

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English

fall

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