cap
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/kæp/
cover or limit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cap' originates from the Old English word 'cæppe', which was derived from the Latin word 'cappa', meaning 'hood or cloak'.
Historical Evolution
'cæppe' transformed into the Middle English word 'cappe', and eventually became the modern English word 'cap'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a hood or cloak', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a type of hat or cover'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a soft, flat hat without a brim and typically with a peak.
He wore a baseball cap to the game.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35