Captation
Pronunciation : Cap*ta`tion
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [L. captatio, fr. captare to catch, intens of caper to take: cf. F. captation.]
Definition : Defn: 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.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913