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(cap-tor) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. a person who captures or holds someone.

Example Sentence

The captor held the prisoner in the dungeon.

More Example Sentences

A captor may demand a ransom for freedom.

Synonyms

abductor; kidnapper; capturer

Antonyms

liberator

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captor
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Rhymes

  • apter
  • captor
  • chapter
  • kaptur
  • raptor

  • adapter
  • adaptor
  • subchapter
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