Polysemy

Words with multiple meanings

cap

4 meanings

→ A soft flat head covering

→ A lid or cover for a container

→ To put a limit on something

→ To surpass or excel

🧢

Meaning: A soft flat head covering

Example: "He wore a baseball cap."

🍾

Meaning: A lid or cover for a container

Example: "Put the cap back on the bottle."

📊

Meaning: To put a limit on something

Example: "They capped spending at $1000."

🎯

Meaning: To surpass or excel

Example: "She capped her performance with a victory."