n. [ Cf. F. capitulation, LL. capitulatio. ] 1. A reducing to heads or articles; a formal agreement. [ 1913 Webster ]
With special capitulation that neither the Scots nor the French shall refortify. Bp. Burnet. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. The act of capitulating or surrendering to an enemy upon stipulated terms. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. The instrument containing the terms of an agreement or surrender. [ 1913 Webster ]