NYT Dictionary

CAPTOR

/ˈkæptɚ/
NounCAP-torcap-tor · 2 syllablesGrade 4

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2026

Meaning

One who is holding a captive or captives.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

Borrowed from Late Latin captor, from Latin capiō. English usage began around 1688.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

guardjailerkidnapperarresternabbercapturercatchertaker

Antonyms

liberator

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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