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Cape

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In geography, a cape is a headland, peninsula or promontory that extends out into a body of water, usually the sea, and often marks a pronounced change in the trend of the coastline, which makes capes important landmarks for sea navigation. That same prominence exposes a cape to strong natural erosion, chiefly from tidal action, giving many capes a comparatively short geological lifespan.

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Cape (Wikipedia)
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A cape is a clothing accessory or a sleeveless outer garment of any length that hangs loosely and connects either at the neck or shoulders.
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