tripwire

[US]/ˈtrɪpˌwaɪə/
[UK]/ˈtrɪpˌwaɪr/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a wire that, when tripped, activates a device or alarm
Word Forms
Pluraltripwires

Phrases & Collocations

tripwire alert

tripwire sensor

tripwire system

tripwire mechanism

tripwire trigger

tripwire detection

tripwire function

tripwire network

tripwire device

tripwire setup

Example Sentences

the soldier set up a tripwire to alert him of intruders.

the tripwire mechanism was designed to trigger an alarm.

he carefully avoided the tripwire while navigating the dark room.

the security system included a tripwire for added protection.

the detective discovered a tripwire in the abandoned warehouse.

they used a tripwire to catch the thief in the act.

the tripwire snapped, signaling that someone had crossed the line.

setting up a tripwire requires careful planning and execution.

in the movie, the hero evaded the tripwire just in time.

the tripwire was hidden beneath the leaves to prevent detection.

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