capture

/ˈkæp.t͡ʃɚ/

UK: /ˈkæp.t͡ʃə/

KÆP · t͡ʃɚ (2 syllables)

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Definition

An act of capturing; a seizing by force or stratagem.

Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French capture (noun), from Latin captūra. Displaced native Old English fenġ (noun) and ġefōn (verb).

Example Sentences

  • "even with regard to captures made at sea"
  • "the capture of a lover’s heart"
  • "video capture"
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