protectivecap
nounUK /prəˈtɛktɪv kæp/
US /prəˈtɛktɪv kæp/
A small cover that keeps something safe from harm.
He put a protective cap on the sharp end of the stick.
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2. A small lid that keeps dirt out of a tube or pen.
Put the protective cap back on the glue stick so it does not dry out.
3. A cover worn on the head to keep it safe.
The builder wore a protective cap on the building site.
4. A cover that stops damage to a machine part.
The protective cap on the camera lens keeps scratches away.
5. A small cover on a bottle that keeps germs out.
Twist the protective cap off the medicine bottle.