Capture Definition
capture
noun
- the act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property
- a process whereby a star or planet holds an object in its gravitational field
- any process in which an atomic or nuclear system acquires an additional particle
- the act of taking of a person by force
- the removal of an opponent's piece from the chess board
verb
- succeed in representing or expressing something intangible; "capture the essence of Spring"; "capture an idea"
- attract; cause to be enamored; "She captured all the men's hearts"
- succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase; "We finally got the suspect"; "Did you catch the thief?"
- bring about the capture of an elementary particle or celestial body and causing it enter a new orbit; "This nucleus has captured the slow-moving neutrons"; "The star captured a comet"
- take possession of by force, as after an invasion; "the invaders seized the land and property of the inhabitants"; "The army seized the town"; "The militia captured the castle"
- capture as if by hunting, snaring, or trapping; "I caught a rabbit in the trap today"
"Capture" in song lyrics
See how capture is used in real songs:
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"Calling shots like a passenger add em' into capture"
7L & Esoteric — Verbal Assault -
"Oh, I'm comin for the capture"
B.G. f/ Lil' Wayne — Let's Get Funky -
"Others fugitive style your brains couldn't capture"
Binary Star — Masters of the Universe
Words that rhyme with capture
Usage tips for "capture"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "capture" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for capture to find words that pair well.