trappy

adjective

trap·​py

ˈtrapē,

-pi

-er/-est

1

: of, relating to, or containing traps or snares : tricky, difficult

riding them through thickly timbered country over breakneck fences and trappy ground

—W. A. Kerr

the snow lies deep and soft over the trappy holes and crevices

—F. G. Jackson

2

: having a short quick rather high gait

—used of a horse

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