Definition of catching

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Catching (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Catc.

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Trammel :: Trammel (n.) A kind of net for catching birds, fishes, or other prey..
Kipe :: Kipe (n.) An osier basket used for catching fish.
Heck :: Heck (n.) A latticework contrivance for catching fish.
Lariat :: Lariat (n.) A long, slender rope made of hemp or strips of hide, esp. one with a noose; -- used as a lasso for catching cattle, horses, etc., and for picketing a horse so that he can graze without wandering..
Hunt :: Hunt (v. t.) To search for or follow after, as game or wild animals; to chase; to pursue for the purpose of catching or killing; to follow with dogs or guns for sport or exercise; as, to hunt a deer..
Respiration :: Respiration (n.) The act of respiring or breathing again, or catching one's breath..
Noncontagious :: Noncontagious (a.) Not contagious; not catching; not communicable by contact.
Racket :: Racket (n.) A thin strip of wood, having the ends brought together, forming a somewhat elliptical hoop, across which a network of catgut or cord is stretched. It is furnished with a handle, and is used for catching or striking a ball in tennis and similar games..
Bait :: Bait (v. i.) Any substance, esp. food, used in catching fish, or other animals, by alluring them to a hook, snare, inclosure, or net..
Lasso :: Lasso (n.) A rope or long thong of leather with, a running noose, used for catching horses, cattle, etc..
Turtling :: Turtling (n.) The act, practice, or art of catching turtles..
Gasp :: Gasp (n.) The act of opening the mouth convulsively to catch the breath; a labored respiration; a painful catching of the breath.
Aucupation :: Aucupation (n.) Birdcatching; fowling.
Snatch :: Snatch (n.) A hasty catching or seizing; a grab; a catching at, or attempt to seize, suddenly..
Trawl :: Trawl (n.) A fishing line, often extending a mile or more, having many short lines bearing hooks attached to it. It is used for catching cod, halibut, etc.; a boulter..
Hatch :: Hatch (n.) A frame or weir in a river, for catching fish..
Web :: Web (n.) The texture of very fine thread spun by a spider for catching insects at its prey; a cobweb.
Pot :: Pot (n.) A wicker vessel for catching fish, eels, etc..
Catching :: Catching (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Catc.
Hook :: Hook (n.) A piece of metal, or other hard material, formed or bent into a curve or at an angle, for catching, holding, or sustaining anything; as, a hook for catching fish; a hook for fastening a gate; a boat hook, etc..
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