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Definition of Capful
1. Noun. The quantity that a cap will hold.
Generic synonyms: Containerful
Definition of Capful
1. n. As much as will fill a cap.
Definition of Capful
1. Noun. The amount that will fit into a cap. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Capful
1. as much as a cap can hold [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Capful
Literary usage of Capful
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. My Diary in India, in the Year 1858-9 by Sir William Howard Russell (1860)
"A capful of grape.—Street-fighting.—The great Imam- barra.—View from one of its
minarets.—Shots from all quarters.—A draught of nectar. ..."
2. The Living Age by Making of America Project, Eliakim Littell, Robert S. Littell (1864)
"As for being afraid of anything a capful of wind is likely to bring you, ...
And what amount of trouble would a capful uf wind give the Petrel? ..."
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