(n.) The power of receiving or containing; extent of room or
space; passive power; -- used in reference to physical things.
(n.) The power of receiving and holding ideas, knowledge,
etc.; the comprehensiveness of the mind; the receptive faculty;
capability of undestanding or feeling.
(n.) Ability; power pertaining to, or resulting from, the
possession of strength, wealth, or talent; possibility of being or of
doing.
(n.) Outward condition or circumstances; occupation;
profession; character; position; as, to work in the capacity of a mason
or a carpenter.
(n.) Legal or noral qualification, as of age, residence,
character, etc., necessary for certain purposes, as for holding office,
for marrying, for making contracts, will, etc.; legal power or right;
competency.
