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caught

The correct spelling is caught.

How to pronounce caught

[k̠ʰoːt]
verb

IPA: [k̠ʰoːt]

Say it like: Cau-ght

The correct spelling is caught. (heading) To capture, overtake.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.(heading) To capture, overtake.
  2. 2.(heading) To seize hold of.
  3. 3.(heading) To intercept.
  4. 4.(heading) To receive (by being in the way).
  5. 5.(heading) To take in with one's senses or intellect.

adjective

  1. 1.Of the method of being out in which the striker hits the ball and a fielder catches it.

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