springe

noun

A device for snaring small game, made by attaching a noose to a branch under tension.

noun

A trap or snare.

To sprinkle.

noun

A noose or snare for catching small game; a gin.

To catch in a springe.

To set springes; catch game by means of springes.

Active; nimble; brisk; agile.

transitive verb

To catch in a springe; to insnare.

transitive verb

To sprinkle; to scatter.

noun

A noose fastened to an elastic body, and drawn close with a sudden spring, whereby it catches a bird or other animal; a gin; a snare.