speed trap

noun

: a stretch of road policed by often concealed officers or devices (such as radar) so as to catch speeders

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Slipping behind the wheel can evoke the feeling of freedom even when the driving itself is hemmed in by construction slowdowns, speed traps, detours, and the Google lady’s disembodied voice instructing you at every turn. —

Curbed, 29 Nov. 2023 The Ducati was often the fastest through the speed traps that season (and for many seasons to come), the 17,000 rpm roar making sure everyone knew about the new kid on the MotoGP block. —

Peter Jackson, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2023 Delaware State Police have agreed to pay $50,000 to resolve a federal lawsuit filed by a man who said troopers violated his constitutional rights by preventing him from warning motorists about a speed trap. —

CBS News, 4 Sep. 2023 So, not just known for being a speed trap, after all! —

Ben Flanagan | Bflanagan@al.com, al, 15 July 2023 See all Example Sentences for speed trap