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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