Capful
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkæpfʊl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Capful is a noun meaning The amount that will fit into a cap.
Meaning
The amount that will fit into a cap.
More Meanings
- (nautical) A light puff of wind.
Example Sentences
"I warrant you were frighted, wer'n't you, last night, when it blew but a capful of wind?"
" Last night, at sunset, there were plenty of the most respectable wind-clouds, but now there isn't a capful."
Word Forms
- capfuls
- capsful
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cupful, tipful, applicatorful, pocketful, pailful, capper.
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