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cape

[keɪp]

cape Definition

  • 1a sleeveless garment that drapes the back, arms, and chest, fastening around the neck, often worn as a protective outer layer
  • 2a point of land extending into water, usually smaller than a peninsula

Using cape: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cape" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She wore a red cape over her dress.

  • Example

    The lighthouse is located on a cape overlooking the sea.

  • Example

    The cape was named after the explorer who first discovered it.

cape Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with cape

  • a popular vacation destination in Massachusetts known for its beaches, seafood, and small towns

    Example

    We spent a week in Cape Cod last summer.

  • a rocky headland on the Atlantic coast of South Africa, forming the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula

    Example

    The Cape of Good Hope is a popular tourist attraction in South Africa.

  • Cape Canaveral

    a cape on the east coast of Florida, known for its space launch facilities

    Example

    NASA launches many of its spacecraft from Cape Canaveral.

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Summary: cape in Brief

The term 'cape' [keɪp] refers to a sleeveless garment that drapes the back, arms, and chest, often worn as a protective outer layer. It also refers to a point of land extending into water, usually smaller than a peninsula. Examples include 'She wore a red cape over her dress.' and 'The lighthouse is located on a cape overlooking the sea.' Phrases like 'Cape Cod' and 'Cape Canaveral' denote specific locations.

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