This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, October 26, 2026 (62 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 3 squares
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CAP as a word: A close-fitting hat, either brimless or peaked; A special hat to indicate rank, occupation, etc.
CAP has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 20, 2025.
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