What's a booby trap?

Question

I was always confused why they would call it that. It just doesn't sound right.

Answer 1

In warfare, a booby trap is an antipersonnel device, such as a landmine or grenade, placed in building or in a noncombat area that has a psychological draw for enemy soldiers. The term comes from the implication such a trap will be set off by a foolish person (a booby). The first use of the term is from the 1850s, when it was first used to describe practical jokes that are set off by their victim. In fact, the term is still used to describe a type of firework which explodes loudly when strings protruding from either end are pulled, and which is often tied to door handles and the like. A common misunderstanding is that the term comes from traps used by fishermen and sailors short on fresh meat to catch seabirds, specifically the Booby.

I like 'breast weapon' though
Would enhanced ones be weapons of mass destruction?

Answer 2

In warfare, a booby trap is an antipersonnel device, such as a landmine or grenade, placed in building or in a noncombat area that has a psychological draw for enemy soldiers. The term comes from the implication such a trap will be set off by a foolish person (a booby). The first use of the term is from the 1850s, when it was first used to describe practical jokes that are set off by their victim. In fact, the term is still used to describe a type of firework which explodes loudly when strings protruding from either end are pulled, and which is often tied to door handles and the like. A common misunderstanding is that the term comes from traps used by fishermen and sailors short on fresh meat to catch seabirds, specifically the Booby.

Answer 3

This is when you take rat trap and expose your booby and then snap the trap shut just on the nipple. Damn that hurts.

Answer 4

It's to catch people unawares and to ensnare them.

Answer 5

"thas what i said, booty trap!"

Answer 6

It's your breast weapon.