Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

skullcap

[skuhl-kap] / ˈskʌlˌkæp /


NOUN
skull
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

A large crowd - many wearing kippas, the Jewish skullcap, or draped in Australian flags - gathered to listen to speeches after the observing the silence.

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2025

Owens is wearing a black skullcap, black slouchy cotton shorts and black leather sneakers with thick white rubber soles, all designed by him.

From New York Times • Feb. 16, 2024

The remains, which include a skullcap, tooth, and thighbone, are the most famous items on a list of treasures Indonesia wants back.

From Science Magazine • Oct. 26, 2022

The prisoner, who has a long gray beard and wore a traditional skullcap, calmly answered various “yes sir” or “yes, your honor” when questioned by the military judge, Air Force Lt.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 13, 2022

He was wearing a dark suit, a white shirt open at the collar, and a dark skullcap.

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "skullcap" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com