catch
//kætʃ//
Verb
To intercept and hold (something that has been thrown, propelled, or dropped).
She caught the ball with one hand.
To capture or seize, especially after a chase or pursuit.
The police caught the thief after a long chase.
To get on or board (a bus, train, or other form of transport) in time.
I ran fast to catch the last train.
To become infected with or contract (an illness or disease).
I caught a cold last week.
To perceive or notice, especially something fleeting or subtle.
I caught a glimpse of her smile before she turned away.
To understand or comprehend (what someone is saying).
I didn't catch what you said. Could you repeat that?
To discover or find someone doing something wrong or unexpected.
I caught him stealing money from my wallet.
Noun
An act of catching something, especially a ball.
That was a great catch!
Something that has been caught, especially fish.
The fishermen brought in a large catch today.
A hidden problem, disadvantage, or trick in an apparently good situation or offer.
The deal sounds great, but what's the catch?
A device for fastening or securing something, such as a door or window.
The catch on the window is broken.