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cap

British pronunciation/kˈæp/
American pronunciation/ˈkæp/
1

a type of soft flat hat with a visor, typically worn by men and boys, often as part of a uniform

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cap definition and meaning

What is a "cap?

A cap is a type of headwear that fits closely to the head and has a visor or bill at the front to protect the eyes from the sun. Caps can be made from a variety of materials such as cotton, wool, leather, and synthetic fabrics. They come in many different styles and designs, including baseball caps, snapback caps, trucker caps, dad caps, and more. Caps are worn for both practical and fashionable reasons and have been a popular accessory for many years. They can be worn by both men and women and are often customized with logos or slogans to express personal style or promote a brand or sports team.

2

a top (as for a bottle)

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3

something serving as a cover or protection

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4

a mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to initiate the reaction of a disrupting explosive

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5

a simple protective or finishing element placed on top of the column shaft

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6

(dentistry) dental appliance consisting of an artificial crown for a broken or decayed tooth

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7

an upper limit on what is allowed

synonyms : ceiling
roof
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8

a protective covering that is part of a plant

synonyms : hood
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9

a fruiting structure resembling an umbrella or a cone that forms the top of a stalked fleshy fungus such as a mushroom

synonyms : pileus
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10

the uppermost layer or finishing element placed on the top of a wall, providing protection from weather elements and giving a completed appearance to the structure

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to cap
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

lie at the top of

synonyms : crest
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2

restrict the number or amount of

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3

to put an artificial covering on a tooth either for protection or as a decoration

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Examples
1He tipped his cap as a sign of respect to the elderly woman.
2The cap had the logo of his favorite sports team embroidered on it.
3The melting polar ice caps are a clear sign of changes in our environment.
4We have to go cap in hand begging for funds.
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