Caught

[k̠ʰoːt]

The meaning and definition of Caught, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. (heading) To capture, overtake.
  2. (heading) To receive (by being in the way).
adjective
  1. Of the method of being out in which the striker hits the ball and a fielder catches it.

Definitions from the Free Dictionary API

Synonyms get take capture hook snare fang
Antonyms drop release

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