Capping

Pronunciation: /ˈkæpɪŋ/

Capping (noun)

  1. The act of putting a limit on something, like spending or prices.
  2. A protective layer or cover placed on the top of something.
  3. A ceremony where students receive their academic caps and gowns.

Examples

  • The government is considering capping prices to control inflation.
  • Capping emissions is crucial for environmental protection.

Common collocations: capping prices, capping emissions, capping the bottle, capping the chimney, capping ceremony

Synonyms of Capping

Neutral

Slang

Antonyms of Capping

  • when referring to removing a cover
  • when referring to starting something