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trapdoor

/træpˈdoʊər/ noun · British & US
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What does trapdoor mean?

noun

A door that can be opened or closed from below, often used as a secret entrance or exit. A hidden or unexpected problem or situation.

Example

"The detective found a trapdoor in the suspect's basement, leading to a hidden room."

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