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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Capitalize \Cap"i*tal*ize\ (k[a^]p"[i^]*tal*[imac]z), v. t.
[imp. & p. p. {Capitalized} (k[a^]p"[i^]*tal*[imac]zd); p.
pr. & vb. n. {Capitalizing}.]
1. To convert into capital, or to use as capital.
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2. To compute, appraise, or assess the capital value of (a
patent right, an annuity, etc.)
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3. To print in capital letters, or with an initial capital.
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4. To supply capital for (an enterprise), especially by
selling capital stock.
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