v. t. [ imp. & p. p. Capitalized p. pr. & vb. n. Capitalizing. ] 1. To convert into capital, or to use as capital. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. To compute, appraise, or assess the capital value of (a patent right, an annuity, etc.) [ 1913 Webster ]
3. To print in capital letters, or with an initial capital. [ 1913 Webster ]
4. To supply capital for (an enterprise), especially by selling capital stock. [ PJC ]
v. t. To turn (an opportunity) to one's advantage; to take advantage of (a situation); to profit from; as, to capitalize on an opponent's mistakes. [ PJC ]