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Definition capability in British English

capability noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/
1

the ability to do something

Example

She could win the competition - she certainly has the capability.

Example

The firm wants to increase its manufacturing capability.

Example

The train has the capability to reach speeds of over 200 miles per hour.

Example

He has the capability of becoming an excellent teacher.

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2

the number of weapons, soldiers etc that a country has for fighting a war

Example

The country has virtually no military capability of its own.

Example

The allies agreed to retain NATO's nuclear capability.

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Definition capability in British English