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Meaning of the word top in English

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top

US /tɑːp/
UK /tɑːp/
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Noun

1.

the highest or uppermost point, part, or surface of something

Example:
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He reached the top of the mountain.
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Put the book on top of the shelf.
Synonym:
bottom
2.

a garment covering the upper part of the body

Example:
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She wore a floral top with jeans.
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This silk top feels very soft.
3.

a child's toy that spins on a point

Example:
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The child spun the colorful top on the floor.
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He received a wooden top as a birthday gift.

Adjective

1.

situated on, at, or near the top of something

Example:
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The top shelf is dusty.
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He lives on the top floor.
Synonym:
bottom
2.

of the highest quality, rank, or importance

Example:
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She is a top student in her class.
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This restaurant serves top-quality food.
Synonym:
bestfinestpremierleadingforemost

Verb

1.

to be at or reach the highest part of something

Example:
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The company aims to top the sales charts this quarter.
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He managed to top his previous record.
Synonym:
surpassexceedoutdooutperformlead
2.

to put a lid or covering on something

Example:
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Please top the bottle before you put it in the fridge.
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She topped the cake with fresh berries.
Synonym:
covercapcrowngarnish

Adverb

1.

at the highest point or position

Example:
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The cream rose to the top.
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He put the box top-down.
Synonym:
bottom
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