Associations to the word «Flypaper»

FLYPAPER, noun. A strip of paper coated with a sticky, often poisonous, substance that catches and kills flies that land on it

FLYPAPER THEORY, noun. (economics) The idea that the burdens of taxation "stick" to those taxed directly instead of spreading through the economy.

FLYPAPER THEORY, noun. (military) The idea that it is desirable to lure one's enemies into a single country or area where they can be more effectively dealt with.

FLYPAPER, noun. Paper that is poisoned or coated with a sticky substance to kill flies.