capstone

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Noun capstone has 2 senses

finishing touch, capstone, copestone - a final touch; a crowning achievement; a culmination
--₁ is a kind of touch
capstone, copestone, coping stone, stretcher - a stone that forms the top of wall or building
--₂ is a kind of stone
--₂ is a part of wall

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Capstone

Noun:

1. A stone that forms the top or crowning part of a wall or building.

Sample Sentence: The capstone of the cathedral was intricately carved and added a majestic touch to the architecture.

2. A crowning achievement or final project.

Sample Sentence: The entrepreneur's capstone was developing a groundbreaking mobile app that revolutionized the industry.

Verb:

1. To place a capstone on a wall or building.

Sample Sentence: The masons worked diligently to capstone the newly erected tower.

Adjective:

1. Referring to the final year or last piece of work in an academic program.

Sample Sentence: The capstone project required extensive research and demonstrated the students' comprehensive knowledge of the subject.