ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Capcase

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Capcase is a noun meaning (archaic) A handheld case such as one to carry documents or hats.

Meaning

(archaic) A handheld case such as one to carry documents or hats.

More Meanings

  1. (obsolete) A chest or trunk.

Example Sentences

1619, Anonymous, A Yorkshire Tragedy
a cap-case for your linen and your plate
two rebato wyers vpon my brest, a capcase by my side, a brush at my backe, an Almanacke in my pocket […]

Word Forms

Synonyms for capcase

Depending on context, synonyms include bandbox.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include clockcase, cask, casket, cappie, coffret, endcap.

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