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capital

/ˈkæpɪtəl/ interjection C2
  1. used as an expression of approval, satisfaction, or delight. (dated, slang) · That's an amazing idea! Capital!
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I have some smuggled coffee and most capital tobacco, in a small chest in the hold, which you shall have tomorrow.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 15 · C1
In a fit of anger, however, caused by some robberies which had been perpetrated in the house, he beat his native butler to death and narrowly escaped a capital sentence.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, p. 39 · B2
Capital!
The Valley of Fear, p. 8 · C1
“Ah, yes,” continued Caderousse, “and capital offers, too; but you know, you will be captain, and who could refuse you then?”
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 18 · C1

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