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whitecap

noun white·cap \ˈhwīt-ˌkap, ˈwīt-\

Definition of WHITECAP

:  a wave crest breaking into white foam —usually used in plural
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First Known Use of WHITECAP

1773
WHITECAP Defined for Kids

whitecap

noun white·cap \ˈhwīt-ˌkap, ˈwīt-\

Definition of WHITECAP for Kids

:  the top of a wave breaking into foam

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