Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cap-a-pie
idiom
/ˈkæp ə pi/
Definition
From head to toe; completely.
Examples
- She was dressed cap-a-pie for the gala, leaving no detail overlooked.
- The soldiers were equipped cap-a-pie before heading into battle.
Meaning
The phrase ‘cap-a-pie’ describes something that is done or experienced fully, or in its entirety. It implies encompassing all aspects from the very top to the very bottom.
Synonyms
- From head to toe
- Completely
- Thoroughly
- All over
