capture
/ˈkæptʃər/To take control of or seize something, especially by force or skill.
The soldiers captured the enemy's stronghold.
The soldiers took control of the enemy's fortified position.
The software can capture screenshots automatically.
The software can take screenshots without manual input.
Can be used both literally and metaphorically.
To record or record something, such as an image, sound, or data.
The camera captured the moment perfectly.
The camera recorded the moment with high quality.
The software captures user interactions for analysis.
The software records user actions to study them.
Common in digital and technical contexts.
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💡Pro Tip
Literal vs. Metaphorical Use
Be mindful of the context to determine whether 'capture' is used literally (taking control) or metaphorically (recording or capturing something abstract).
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Common Collocations
'Capture' is often used with 'moment', 'attention', and 'data'. Learn these collocations to use the word naturally.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'capturen', from Old French 'capturer', from Latin 'captura', from 'capere' meaning 'to take'.
📝Usage Notes
Can be used both literally (taking physical control) and metaphorically (recording or capturing something abstract).