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lure

[lʊr]

lure Definition

tempt (a person or animal) to do something or to go somewhere, especially by offering some form of reward.

Using lure: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lure" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company lured her with a higher salary.

  • Example

    The promise of adventure lured him to the mountains.

  • Example

    The bait was used to lure the fish into the trap.

  • Example

    The kidnapper lured the child into his car.

lure Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lure

Antonyms for lure

Idioms Using lure

  • to entice or attract someone into a dangerous or harmful situation

    Example

    The villain lured the hero to his doom with false promises of treasure.

  • to avoid being tempted or attracted by something

    Example

    She tried to resist the lure of the chocolate cake, but it was too tempting.

  • the attraction or temptation of wealth or financial gain

    Example

    Many people are drawn to the stock market by the lure of money.

Phrases with lure

  • lure of the unknown

    the attraction of what is not yet discovered or experienced

    Example

    The lure of the unknown led the explorers deeper into the jungle.

  • lure of the open road

    the attraction of traveling and exploring new places

    Example

    He couldn't resist the lure of the open road and decided to take a cross-country trip.

  • a sport for dogs that involves chasing a mechanically operated lure around a course

    Example

    Her greyhound is an expert at lure coursing.

Origins of lure

from Old English 'luran', meaning 'to deceive'

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Summary: lure in Brief

'Lure' [lʊr] means to tempt someone or something to do or go somewhere by offering a reward. It can be used in various contexts, such as job offers, travel, and fishing. Phrases like 'lure of the unknown' and 'lure of the open road' describe the attraction of unexplored territories. Idioms like 'lure someone to their doom' and 'resist the lure of something' convey the dangers and temptations of certain situations.

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