capful

noun

cap·​ful ˈkap-ˌfu̇l How to pronounce capful (audio)
: as much as a cap will hold

Examples of capful in a Sentence

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Massage half a capful into your dry scalp, then style as usual. — Malia Griggs, Glamour, 25 Aug. 2025 Soak the clothing item in warm water with a capful of dish detergent and a tablespoon of white vinegar. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 6 Feb. 2026 Add a small capful of gentle detergent for delicate fabrics (dish soap will also work). — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 June 2026 Placing small capfuls or containers of ammonia near mouse entry points can deter mice. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for capful

Word History

First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of capful was in 1873

Phrases Containing capful

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“Capful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/capful. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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