verb, -capped, -cap⋅ping.| 1. | to remove a cap or cover from (a bottle, container, etc.). |
| 2. | to free from limits or restrictions: The union is demanding that cost-of-living allowances be uncapped. |
| 3. | to remove a cap or hat from (the head of a person). |
| 4. | to remove the cap or hat from the head, as in respect. |