capper

English

noun
Definitions
  • One who caps.
  • A device or person that applies caps, as to bullets or bottles.
  • A person that makes or sells caps.
  • A finale.
  • (US) A by-bidder; a decoy for gamblers.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English capper suffix from English cap (upper limit ceiling, head, head covering).

Origin

English

cap

Gloss

upper limit ceiling, head, head covering

Concept
Semantic Field

The body

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

Kanji

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Emoji
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