snare

A device, often a wire noose, used for catching small wild animals.

"The gamekeeper found a snare in the undergrowth."

Something that tempts or traps someone into a difficult or undesirable situation.

"He avoided the snare of easy money."

To catch an animal using a trap, especially one with a noose.

"They attempted to snare rabbits."

To catch or trap someone in an undesirable or difficult situation.

"The advertisement aimed to snare new customers."