Meaning of the word caught in English

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

caught

US /kɑːt/
UK /kɔːt/

Past Tense

past tense and past participle of catch

Example:
He caught the ball with one hand.
The police caught the thief.

Adjective

having been captured or seized

Example:
The criminal was finally caught after a long chase.
She was caught in the rain without an umbrella.