Meaning of the word capture in English

What does capture mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

capture

US /ˈkæp.tʃɚ/

UK /ˈkæp.tʃər/

take into one's possession or control by force

Example:

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The police managed to capture the suspect after a long chase.

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The army tried to capture the enemy's stronghold.

Synonym:

apprehend seize arrest nab snare

record or represent accurately in words or pictures

Example:

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The photograph perfectly captured the beauty of the sunset.

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The artist managed to capture the essence of the city in his painting.

Synonym:

record document depict portray represent

the act of taking a person or animal into custody or control

Example:

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The capture of the escaped prisoner was a relief to the community.

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The wildlife photographer aimed for a perfect capture of the rare bird.

Synonym:

apprehension seizure arrest taking

Related Word:

motion capture