1. the action of placing a cap or cover on something
2. a protective covering or layer placed over something
3. the process of setting an upper limit on something

1. present participle of cap: placing a cap or cover on something
2. present participle of cap: setting an upper limit on something

Examples

• The capping of the oil well prevented further leaks.
• Snow capping covered the mountain peaks.
• The government is considering capping healthcare costs.
• He is capping the bottle after pouring the medicine.
• The capping ceremony marked the end of their training.
• Workers are capping the damaged pipe today.
• The capping of interest rates helped consumers.