capo
Pronunciation: /ˈkæpəʊ/
The English word “capo” has 3 meanings listed here.
noun
- A movable bar placed across the fingerboard of a guitar and used to raise the pitch of all strings.
- A leader in the Mafia; a caporegime.
- A leader and organizer of supporters at a sporting event, particularly association football matches.
Etymology
Shortening of capotasto, from Italian.
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