Word Definition

Lure

  1. To draw to the lure; hence, to allure or invite by means of anything that promises pleasure or advantage; to entice; to attract.
  2. To recall a hawk or other animal.
  3. A velvet smoothing brush.
  4. A contrivance somewhat resembling a bird, and often baited with raw meat; -- used by falconers in recalling hawks.
  5. Any enticement; that which invites by the prospect of advantage or pleasure; a decoy.