cap sleeve

noun

: a very short sleeve (as on a dress) that hangs over the edge of the shoulder without extending along the underside of the arm

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Kardashian’s dress, form-fitted with cap sleeves and a plunging neckline, was ornately patterned. — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026 Made from Spanx’s ultra-soft AirEssentials fabric, the piece features a relaxed fit with a waist-defining tie, a classic crew neckline, and cap sleeves. — Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2026 Featuring cap sleeves and pleated wide-leg trousers, this lounge set offers an elevated look. — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 4 Sep. 2026 This mock-neck blouse has so many stylish design details — from the pleated cap sleeves to the wraparound belt with a sculptural, gleaming buckle. — Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cap sleeve

Word History

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cap sleeve was in 1885

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“Cap sleeve.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cap%20sleeve. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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