capping

noun

cap·​ping ˈka-piŋ How to pronounce capping (audio)
: something that caps

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Those preparatory projects included the installation of new capping roofs to weatherproof the buildings for a long period of care and maintenance, as well as the rerouting of electrical supplies and de-planting of boiler equipment. Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 8 Oct. 2025 Cold capping works by lowering the temperature of the scalp before and during chemotherapy to restrict blood flow to hair follicles and reduce the amount of chemo that reaches them. Liz Neporent, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2025 Anna Schryver, communications manager for MCTS, suggested riders download the Umo app to benefit from WisGo – the new bus fare system – and fare capping. Erik S. Hanley, jsonline.com, 24 Aug. 2025 President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday aimed at slashing prescription drug prices in the U.S. that could lead to the capping of prices at a level equivalent to the cost in similar nations. Alejandra O’Connell-Domenech, The Hill, 12 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for capping

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of capping was in the 14th century

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“Capping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/capping. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

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