Capsule Definition & Meaning
capsule
- noun
- a small container
- a pill in the form of a small rounded gelatinous container with medicine inside
- a dry dehiscent seed vessel or the spore-containing structure of e.g. mosses
- a shortened version of a written work
- a structure that encloses a body part
- a spacecraft designed to transport people and support human life in outer space
- a pilot's seat in an airplane that can be forcibly ejected in the case of an emergency; then the pilot descends by parachute
- verb
- enclose in a capsule
- put in a short or concise form; reduce in volume; "capsulize the news"
"Capsule" in song lyrics
See how capsule is used in real songs:
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"Every wound that escapes her time capsule"
Brother Ali — Babygirl -
"With my time capsule"
— Battle for Asgard -
"In this frigid fragile capsule"
Cannibal Ox — Pigeon
Words that rhyme with capsule
Usage tips for "capsule"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "capsule" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for capsule to find words that pair well.