capstone

noun

cap·​stone ˈkap-ˌstōn How to pronounce capstone (audio)
1
: a coping stone : coping
2
: the high point : crowning achievement
the capstone of her career

Examples of capstone in a Sentence

her election as the state's first woman governor was a capstone of a long political career
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The iconic footwear and athletic apparel brand hosted its fifth annual Honoring Black Excellence (HBE) capstone celebration on June 24th. Essence, 30 June 2025 The shooting took place near 2nd Street and Colorado Avenue near Santa Monica Place, the capstone mall of the Third Street Promenade shopping district, Public Information Officer Lt. Lewis Gilmour said in an email to USA TODAY. James Powel, USA Today, 25 June 2025 James’ course culminates in a capstone project in which students will showcase their ability to synthesize AI tools, curriculum design and ethical principles to enhance student success and equity in the classroom. Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 17 June 2025 Game 7 will also be a capstone to a years-long drive by the league to make this kind of scenario possible. Mike Vorkunov, New York Times, 22 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for capstone

Word History

Etymology

cap entry 1

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of capstone was in the 14th century

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“Capstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/capstone. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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