Capri

¹

[kah-pree, kap-ree, kuh-pree]

noun

1. an island in W Italy, in the Bay of Naples: grottoes; resort. 5½ sq. mi. (14 sq. km).

capri-

²

1. a combining form meaning “goat,” occurring in loanwords from Latin (Capricorn ); used in the formation of compound words (caprifoliaceous ).

Capri

/ kəˈpriː, ˈkapri /

noun

1. an island off W Italy, in the Bay of Naples: resort since Roman times. Pop: 12 200 (2002 est). Area: about 13 sq km (5 sq miles)

Capri

1. Island in the Bay of Naples in southern Italy.

An international tourist attraction, Capri is known for its beautiful scenery.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Capri¹

< Latin, combining form of caper goat; caper ¹

Example Sentences

While seeking acting jobs, the trade publication reported, Tana started as a dishwasher at the Villa Capri restaurant in Hollywood, before eventually becoming the maitre d’ at La Scala in Beverly Hills.

From Los Angeles Times

This one tastes like air conditioning after a long swim, or like someone handsome handed you a lemon tart in Capri.

From Salon

Either way, it will involve far more sophisticated technology to keep track of supply chains, Mr Capri said.

From BBC

Sister Bianka was 3 years old and sister Capri was 7 months old.

From Los Angeles Times

Negotiations to buy Versace between Prada and Capri began in February.

From BBC