The word "capture" means to take control of or seize something through skill or effort. It can refer to physically taking possession of something, like capturing an animal, or it can mean capturing a moment, feeling, or concept, as in photography or art. Additionally, it often relates to the idea of recording or portraying something in a way that conveys its essence or significance.
The word "capture" comes from the late Middle English term "capturen," derived from the Old French "capter," which in turn comes from the Latin "captura," meaning "a taking" or "a seizing." The root "capere" in Latin means "to seize."