1. Noun
A prisoner taken by force or stratagem, esp., by an enemy, in war; one kept in bondage or in the power of another.
2. Noun
One charmed or subdued by beaty, excellence, or affection; one who is captivated.
3. Adjective
Made prisoner, especially in war; held in bondage or in confinement.
4. Adjective
Subdued by love; charmed; captivated.
5. Adjective
Of or pertaining to bondage or confinement; serving to confine; as, captive chains; captive hours.
6. Verb
To take prisoner; to capture.
7. Noun
an animal that is confined
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