English-English Dictionary

Meaning of the word captured in English

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

captured

Verb

take into one's possession or control by force.

Example:
•
the Russians captured 13,000 men
Synonym:
catch apprehend seize arrest imprison detain incarcerate lay hold of abduct carry off take trap snare ensnare hook land beach nab collar lift nail bust pick up bag run in pull in pinch nick occupy invade conquer take over annex subjugate win gain secure
Antonym:
free
Learn This Word at Lingoland
Related Word:
capture motion capture