Capture
Verb
UK
/ˈkæp.tʃər/
US
/ˈkæp.tʃɚ/
Definition
To catch, take control of, or record something.
Example
"The soldier captured the enemy flag."
"Pirates tried to capture the ship, but the crew defended it bravely."
"She captured the beautiful sunset in her photograph."
Explanation
Capture means to catch, take control of, or record something. It can be catching an animal, winning a place, or recording a moment in a photo or video. In games or competitions, capturing can mean winning or taking possession of something. For example, soldiers capture a flag, or a photographer captures a beautiful sunset. Capture is about holding, securing, or recording something so it doesn’t escape or get lost. The meaning depends on context, such as in war, photography, or games.