1
to hold (an event);to give (a dinner, party, etc.)
彼は大々的にパーティーを催した。
He gave a party on a large scale.
2
to feel (sensation, emotion, call of nature, etc.);to show signs of
彼は勉強を始めるとどうして眠気を催すのだろうか。
Why should he feel drowsy whenever he begins to study?