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full capacity
/fʊl kəˈpæsɪti/
maximum possible amount or capability
The stadium was operating at full capacity during the concert.
The stadium was filled to its maximum possible capacity.
general
The maximum possible amount or capability that something can hold or achieve
The hospital is running at full capacity due to the flu season.
The hospital is fully occupied with patients because of the flu season.
The new server can handle data at full capacity without slowing down.
The new server can process data at its maximum capacity efficiently.
Often used to describe the maximum operational level of a system, facility, or person.
Collocations
operate at full capacityto function at maximum capabilityrun at full capacityto operate at maximum output
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Pro Tip
Usage in Business
In business contexts, 'full capacity' often refers to maximum production or operational output.
Technical Contexts
In engineering or IT, it describes a system running at its highest possible performance level.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
Use 'full capacity' for literal maximum limits, not for abstract concepts.
Word Origin
From 'full' (completely filled) + 'capacity' (ability to hold or contain).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in contexts involving systems, facilities, or human performance.
Word Breakdown
full
completely filled or utilized
adjectivecapacity
the ability to hold, contain, or achieve
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