catch (A1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kætʃ/

Definition

To capture or stop something that is moving through the air.

Examples

• He can catch a ball very well.

• Can you catch this for me?

• The dog loves to catch frisbees.

How to Use catch

catch up with (phrasal verb)

To reach someone or something that is ahead of you. — "I need to catch up with my friends who are already there."

catch on (phrasal verb)

To become popular or understood. — "This new song is starting to catch on."

catch sight of (collocation)

To see something or someone for a short time. — "I caught sight of a rare bird in the garden."

catch fire (collocation)

To start burning. — "The old wooden shed caught fire."

Synonyms of catch

Words with a similar meaning to catch:

• grab
• seize
• capture
• apprehend

Antonyms of catch

Words with the opposite meaning to catch:

• drop
• release

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