Meaning of the word capsule in English

What does capsule mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

capsule

US /ˈkæp.səl/
UK /ˈkæp.səl/
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Noun

1.

a small soluble case of gelatin or other material containing a dose of medicine

Example:
Take two capsules with water after meals.
The doctor prescribed a new type of pain relief capsule.
2.

a small, self-contained unit or craft, especially one designed for space travel or for use in an emergency

Example:
The space capsule successfully re-entered Earth's atmosphere.
They used an escape capsule to evacuate the burning oil rig.
3.

a concise summary of facts or information

Example:
The news report provided a brief capsule of the day's events.
This book offers a capsule history of ancient civilizations.

Verb

1.

enclose in or as if in a capsule

Example:
The information was capsuled into a single report.
The artist tried to capsule the essence of the city in one painting.
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