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Meaning of Capture
The primary meaning of the word "capture" is to take control or possession of something, especially by force or strategy.
Definitions
- To take control or possession of something, especially by force or strategy
- * To seize or arrest someone, especially a criminal
- * To record or express something, such as an image or a feeling
Etymology of Capture
The word "capture" comes from the Old French word "captive", which is derived from the Latin word "captivus", meaning "captive" or "prisoner"
Historically, the word "capture" has been used to describe the act of taking control or possession of something, especially in the context of war or conflict
Example Uses
- The police captured the suspect after a long chase
- * The photographer captured the perfect shot of the sunset
- * The company captured a significant share of the market with its new product