| 释义 |
cap·ta·tion
\kapˈtāshən\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Latin captation-, captatio, from captatus (past participle of captare to chase, strive to seize) + -ion-, -io -ion — more at catch
1. : an attempt to achieve or acquire something (as favor or applause) especially artfully
< the candidate's obvious captation >
2. : the making of an ad captandum appeal |