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CAPTOR Synonyms

There are 9 synonyms of the word captor. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word captor. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for CAPTOR

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kidnapper
nounn
noun

• someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)

abductor
nounn
noun

• someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)

• a muscle that draws a body part away from the median line

snatcher
nounn
noun

• a thief who grabs and runs

• someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)

taker
verb, nounv, n
noun

• one who accepts an offer

• one who takes a bet or wager

arrester
nounn
noun

• a restraint that slows airplanes as they land on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier

capturer
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a person who captures and holds people or animals

guard
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a person who keeps watch over something or someone

• the person who lines up between the center and the tackles on the offensive line of a football team on the line of scrimmage

• a device designed to prevent injury or accidents

• a posture of defence in boxing or fencing

• the person who plays the position of guard on a basketball team

• a military unit serving to protect some place or person

• a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.

• the duty of serving as a sentry

• (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage between the center and the tackles

• a position on a basketball team

verb

• to keep watch over

• watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect

• protect against a challenge or attack

• take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence

jailer
nounn
noun

• someone who guards prisoners

nabber
nounn
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Best Hypernyms For CAPTOR

Here is a list of related hypernyms for captor, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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individual mortal person somebody someone soul

Alternatives for KIDNAPPER

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