Captor
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkæptɚ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Captor is a noun meaning One who is holding a captive or captives.
Meaning
One who is holding a captive or captives.
More Meanings
- One who catches or has caught or captured something or someone.
Word Forms
- captors
- captour
Synonyms for captor
Depending on context, synonyms include guard, jailer, kidnapper, arrester, nabber.
Antonyms for captor
Common opposites include liberator.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include abductor, kidnapper, jailer, collector, captain, turnkey.
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