What does CATCH mean?

Parts of Speech

Catch is a verb and a noun.

Definitions

As a verb, catch means to intercept and hold onto something that is moving through the air or to grab something that is falling. As a noun, catch refers to the act of catching something or the thing that is caught.

Pronunciations

US: /kætʃ/

UK: /kætʃ/

Origin and Usage

The word catch originated in Middle English from Old Norse kasta, meaning "to throw." Catch has been in use since the 14th century and is commonly used in everyday language.

Synonyms

As a verb, catch can be synonymous with capture, grab, seize, or snag. As a noun, catch can be synonymous with grab, interception, or haul.

Related Words

Batch, match, patch, snatch, watch.

Example Sentences

As a verb:

• She caught the ball with one hand.
• He caught the thief in the act.
• They caught the train just in time.

As a noun:

• What was your catch of the day?
• The fisherman was proud of his big catch.
• She made a spectacular catch in the outfield.