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The net helped capture the butterfly safely.
What does Capture mean?
Catch or record.
Dictionary definition
To catch or record something so it can be kept or shown.
Example sentences
Capture in a sentence
medium
The camera can capture a clear video of the storm.
hard
Writers try to capture a feeling with strong details and precise words.
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Practice 1
What does capture mean?
Capture means to catch or record something so it can be kept or shown.
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to capture?
Catch is close in meaning to capture in this context.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a good contrast to capture?
Release gives a useful opposite or contrast to capture.
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kap · cher · strongest beat: kap
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WordCapture.
Partverb, noun.
MeaningCapture means Catch or record.
ExampleExample: The net helped capture the butterfly safely.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- kap · cher
- Strongest beat
- kap
- Ending
- cher
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on kap.
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Capture word family
Base word
capture
verb
capture
Base form.
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Hint for students
Capture means to catch and hold something or someone. It can also mean to record an image or moment.
Common mix-up
Capture is not the same as catch in every context. Capture often means catching and keeping, while catch can be quick or temporary.
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Write one sentence that shows capture without using the word capture. Model sentence: The camera recorded the exact moment the bird opened its wings. Clue words: camera, recorded, exact moment, bird opened its wings Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show catching, holding, or recording something?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: 'The net helped capture the butterfly safely.' Why does capture fit better than release?
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