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/ˈkæptʃə/ · /ˈkæptʃər/

CEFR level B2Topic NatureWord #5385 in the learning path

捕获;俘获

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Definitions

v. to catch someone or something and prevent escape

捕获;俘获

v. to record an image, sound, or particular quality

拍摄;录制;捕捉

n. the act of catching someone or something

捕获;俘获

Example

Rescuers captured the injured bird and gently examined its wing.

救援人员捉住那只受伤的鸟,轻轻检查了它的翅膀。

Wildlife researchers use remote cameras to capture animal behaviour without disturbing natural habitats.

野生动物研究人员使用遥控摄像机记录动物行为,避免干扰自然栖息地。

Collocations

  • capture an image
  • capture attention
  • capture the atmosphere
  • capture a suspect

Word family

  • captive (n.)
  • captivity (n.)
  • captor (n.)

Synonyms

  • catch
  • record

Antonyms

  • release

Usage tip

拍摄影像、捕捉气氛也可用capture。

FAQ

What does capture mean?
to catch someone or something and prevent escape to record an image, sound, or particular quality the act of catching someone or something
How is capture pronounced?
UK /ˈkæptʃə/, US /ˈkæptʃər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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