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capitalised

/ˈkæpɪtəlaɪzd/ /ˈkæpɪtl̩aɪzd/

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verb

In writing or editing, to write (something: either an entire word or text, or just the initial letter(s) thereof) in capital letters, in upper case.

Examples :

"In German, all nouns are capitalized."

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verb

To contribute or acquire capital (money or other resources) for.

Examples :

"Some states require proof that a new venture is properly capitalized before the state will issue a certificate of incorporation."

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verb

To convert into capital, i.e., to get cash or similar immediately fungible resources for some less fungible property or source of future income.

Examples :

"If we obtain a loan using the business as collateral, the effect will be to capitalize our next ten years of income, giving us cash today that we can use to buy out our competitor."

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verb

To treat as capital, not as an expense.

Examples :

"Instead of expensing the new office computers immediately, the company capitalised them, depreciating their cost over five years. "

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verb

To profit or to obtain an advantage.

Examples :

"The home team took several shots on goal but was unable to capitalize until late in the game."

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(followed by on) To seize, as an opportunity; to obtain a benefit; to invest on something profitable.

Examples :

"The store capitalised on the sudden cold weather by putting winter coats on sale. "

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