lure
//lʊr//
Noun
lureSingular
luresPlural
1
Something that tempts or attracts someone, often to a dangerous or undesirable situation.
The promise of easy money was a lure that led many people into trouble.
2
A type of bait used in fishing or hunting to attract prey.
He tied a colorful lure to his fishing line to attract bass.
Synonym
Verb
lureInfinitive
lurePresent tense
luredPast tense
luredPast participle
luringPresent participle
luresThird-person singular
1
To tempt or entice someone to do something or go somewhere, especially by offering some form of reward.
The company lured talented engineers with high salaries.
2
To attract or recall a hawk or other animal by using a lure.
The falconer used a piece of meat to lure the hawk back to his glove.