noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A handheld case such as one to carry documents or hats. archaic
2. 2
   A chest or trunk. obsolete

   "a cap-case for your linen and your plate"

Synonyms

All synonyms

bandbox

Example

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"a cap-case for your linen and your plate"

Etymology

From cap + case?

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