Capstone: meaning, definitions and examples
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capstone
[ ˈkapˌstōn ]
project completion
A capstone is a final project completed by students at the end of their academic program, showcasing their knowledge and skills acquired during their studies.
Synonyms
culminating project, final project, thesis
Examples of usage
- She presented her capstone on sustainable architecture to the faculty.
- The capstone required both research and practical application.
top stone of a structure
A capstone is the final, crowning stone set at the top of a structure, often symbolizing the completion or pinnacle of a building project.
Synonyms
coping stone, finial, keystone
Examples of usage
- The cathedral's capstone was intricately carved and placed with great care.
- The capstone of the monument glistened in the sunlight.
Translations
Translations of the word "capstone" in other languages:
🇵🇹 projeto de conclusão
🇮🇳 अंतिम परियोजना
🇩🇪 Abschlussprojekt
🇮🇩 proyek akhir
🇺🇦 підсумковий проект
🇵🇱 projekt końcowy
🇯🇵 卒業プロジェクト
🇫🇷 projet de fin d'études
🇪🇸 proyecto final
🇹🇷 bitirme projesi
🇰🇷 졸업 프로젝트
🇸🇦 مشروع التخرج
🇨🇿 závěrečný projekt
🇸🇰 záverečný projekt
🇨🇳 毕业项目
🇸🇮 zaključni projekt
🇮🇸 loka verkefni
🇰🇿 қорытынды жоба
🇬🇪 საბოლოო პროექტი
🇦🇿 son layihə
🇲🇽 proyecto final
Word origin
The term 'capstone' originates from the literal meaning of a stone placed at the top of a structure as a finishing touch. Over time, it has evolved to symbolize the culmination or completion of a project or academic journey. The concept of a capstone project in education gained popularity as a way for students to demonstrate their overall learning and skills before graduating.
See also: cap, capable, capacity, cape, caplet, caps, recap.