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Meaning of the word capture in English

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capture

US /ˈkæp.tʃɚ/
UK /ˈkæp.tʃɚ/
"capture" picture

Verb

1.

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:
apprehendseizearrestnabsnare
2.

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:
recorddocumentdepictportrayrepresent

Noun

1.

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:
apprehensionseizurearresttaking
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Related Word:
motion capture