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cap

Pronunciation: [/kæp/]

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cap: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use cap in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “clothing”

(noun) a type of head covering that usually has a visor, worn for fashion or for protection from the sun.

Example

She wore a baseball cap to the game.

Example

He forgot to bring his cap to the beach, and now his head is sunburned.

Example

Which cap matches your outfit better?

Context: “limit”

(noun) a limit or maximum amount that something can reach or be allowed to reach.

Example

The salary cap for the team prevented them from signing more players.

Example

There is no cap on the number of books you can borrow from the library.

Example

What is the cap on the number of guests allowed at the party?

Context: “finishing”

(verb) to finish or end something in a decisive way.

Example

She capped off her birthday celebration with a surprise party.

Example

Unfortunately, his bad behavior capped off a disappointing evening.

Example

How will you cap off your successful project?

How to pronounce cap

Pronunciation: [/kæp/]

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