Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Capture.
How to pronounce capture:
US
Capture - as a noun
The act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property
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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
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The removal of an opponent's piece from the chess board
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Capture - as a verb
Succeed in representing or expressing something intangible
Example: "Capture the essence of spring"
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Attract; cause to be enamored
Example: "She captured all the men's hearts"
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Succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase
Example: "We finally got the suspect"
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Bring about the capture of an elementary particle or celestial body and causing it enter a new orbit
Example: "This nucleus has captured the slow-moving neutrons"
Take possession of by force, as after an invasion
Example: "The invaders seized the land and property of the inhabitants"
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Example Sentences
"The photographer managed to capture the perfect shot of the sunset."
"The police were able to capture the criminal after a long chase."
"The artist used a sketchbook to capture the essence of the bustling city."
"The wildlife photographer set up hidden cameras to capture rare animal behavior."
"The hunter attempted to capture the wild horse using a lasso."
Word Game Points
Is CAPTURE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, capture is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CAPTURE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is CAPTURE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, capture is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCAPTURE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is CAPTURE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, capture is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCAPTURE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
