Meaning of the word upper in English
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upper
US /ˈʌp.ɚ/
UK /ˈʌp.ɚ/
Adjective
1.
situated above another part
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The upper deck of the ship offered a great view.
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He lives on the upper floor of the building.
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2.
higher in position or status
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The company's upper management made the final decision.
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He aspired to join the upper echelons of society.
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Noun
1.
the part of a shoe or boot above the sole
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The leather upper of the shoe was scuffed.
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He cleaned the canvas uppers of his sneakers.
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