lure

lure
1. noun /lʊər,lɔr/
a) Something that tempts or attracts, especially one with a promise of reward or pleasure.
b) An artificial bait attached to a fishing line to attract fish.
2. verb /lʊər,lɔr/
a) To attract by temptation etc.; to entice.
b) To recall a hawk with a lure.

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  • Lure — Lure, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Lured}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Luring}.] [OF. loirer, loirier, F. leurrer. See {Lure}, n.] To draw to the lure; hence, to allure or invite by means of anything that promises pleasure or advantage; to entice; to attract. [1913 …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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