capture

Definition

  • noun: an act or instance of 'capturing'
  • verb: to take and hold (someone) as a prisoner especially by using force
  • verb: to take 'captive'
  • synonyms: abduction, acquire, apprehend

Examples

  • The story 'captured our imaginations'. [=the story was very interesting and exciting]

  • The beauty of the landscape was 'captured' perfectly by the artist.

  • The robbery was 'captured' (on film) by the security cameras.

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Did you find us a ghost? - Yeah, I got us Richard's dad. He's hanging out in limbo waiting for my call. Why do we need a ghost? Well, once we capture Jinny, he can possess her and force her to wish Phoebe free. Here's the crystals you wanted. Well, you guys sure are chummy. (..)
    2004 TvShow: Charmed Title: I Dream of Phoebe Season: 6 Episode 15