Capture
/ˈkæptʃər/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo catch or seize something, especially after a chase or struggle.
/ˈkæptʃər/
To seize or take something by force.
The police captured the thief.
💡 Simply: To grab or take something.
More Examples
The camera captured a beautiful sunset.
How It's Used
"The soldiers captured the enemy stronghold."
"The photographer managed to capture the perfect moment."
The action of taking something by force or skill.
/ˈkæptʃər/
The act of capturing something.
The capture of the fugitive made headlines.
💡 Simply: The act of taking something.
More Examples
His photography showcased the capture of light and shadow.
How It's Used
"The capture of the lion was a major event."
"The artist's capture of emotion in the painting was breathtaking."
Idioms & expressions
capture the essence
To accurately represent the most important qualities of something.
"The novel captures the essence of life in the 1920s."
From Old French *capturer, from Latin capturam (nominative captus), past participle of capere "to seize, take"
Historically, the word has predominantly been associated with military conquests, but its usage has broadened to encompass a wider range of contexts, including artistic representation.
Memory tip
Think of a 'capturing' a flag in a game.