Definitions

1. noun

A sticky substance or liquid, often made from plant resin, used for catching small animals, especially insects or birds.

“The hunter used tanglefoot to catch the birds in her trap.”

2. noun

A disorderly or confusing mixture of things.

“The tanglefoot of cables and wires made it difficult to repair the computer.”

3. verb

To catch or trap with tanglefoot.

“The hunter tanglefooted the bird with her trap.”