upper

US /ˈʌp.ɚ/
UK /ˈʌp.ɚ/
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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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lower
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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lower
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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