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Captation
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What's The Definition Of Captation?Synonyms | Synonyms for Captation: Related Terms | Find terms related to Captation: See Also | Captation In Webster's Dictionary \Cap*ta`tion\, n. [L. captatio, fr. captare to catch,
intens. of caper to take: cf. F. captation.]
A courting of favor or applause, by flattery or address; a
captivating quality; an attraction. [Obs.]
Without any of those dresses, or popular captations,
which some men use in their speeches. --Eikon
Basilike.
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