The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word CAPTIVE
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does CAPTIVE mean?
CAPTIVE noun- One who has been captured or is otherwise confined.
- One held prisoner.
- One charmed or subdued by beauty, excellence, or affection; one who is captivated.
- To capture; to take captive.
- Held prisoner; not free; confined.
- Subdued by love; charmed; captivated.
- Of or relating to bondage or confinement; serving to confine.