Homonyms - Catch (As a Verb and Noun)

(verb)  

1.  to grab hold of someone or something

Ø     Our cheeky dog managed to run out of the house before any of us could catch it.

Ø     Sarah was very lucky Tim managed to catch her before she collapsed onto the floor.

2.  notice

Ø     James was furious when he caught his girlfriend going through his belongings.

Ø     This beautiful painting caught my attention just as I  was about to leave the gallery.

3.  travel

Ø     Sarah always catches the 8am bus to work.

Ø     Randy is rushing to catch the last train home.

4.  become sick or infected

Ø     Sam was really annoyed that he caught the cold just as he was about to go on holiday.

Ø     A lot of children at school recently caught measles.

5.  be in time

Ø     We got home in time to catch the men’s Wimbledon   finals.

(noun)

1.  a hidden disadvantage

Ø     The job offer sounds too good to be true. What’s the catch?

2.  the amount of fish caught

Ø     The fishermen were delighted with their catch that day.

3.  used to refer to a person being considered as a suitable partner or spouse

Ø     Kelly’s new boyfriend’s a good catch. It’s no wonder she’s all smiles (= to look happy) lately.