1. (n.) A prisoner taken by force or stratagem, esp., by an enemy, in war; one kept in bondage or in the power of another.

2. (n.) One charmed or subdued by beauty, excellence, or affection; one who is captivated.

3. (a.) Made prisoner, especially in war; held in bondage or in confinement.

4. (a.) Subdued by love; charmed; captivated.

5. (a.) of or pertaining to bondage or confinement; serving to confine; as, captive chains; captive hours.

6. (v. t.) To take prisoner; to capture.

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