Definition of Captive
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(n.) A prisoner taken by force or stratagem, esp., by an enemy, in war; one kept in bondage or in the power of another.
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(n.) One charmed or subdued by beaty, excellence, or affection; one who is captivated.
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(a.) Made prisoner, especially in war; held in bondage or in confinement.
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(a.) Subdued by love; charmed; captivated.
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(a.) Of or pertaining to bondage or confinement; serving to confine; as, captive chains; captive hours.
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(v. t.) To take prisoner; to capture.
Antonyms of Captive
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Homophones of Captive
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