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catch

to seize

Related forms: catch · 6 words in this dictionary

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6 words

To capture or seize something, especially after a chase or pursuit.

Shared component: catch · to seize

(of a tune or phrase) pleasing and easily remembered

catch+y

Shared component: catch · to seize

(of a disease) likely to be transmitted from one person to another; infectious.

catch+ing

Shared component: catch · to seize

A person or thing that catches something.

catch+er

Shared component: catch · to seize

an effort to reach the same standard or level as someone or something after a period of being behind

catch+up

Shared component: catch · to seize

Able to be caught.

catch+able

Shared component: catch · to seize