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. ] [ 1913 Webster ]

Without any of those dresses, or popular captations, which some men use in their speeches. Eikon Basilike. [ 1913 Webster ]