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Definition top in American English

top verb

[transitive] verb
/tɑp/
1

to be larger than a particular amount

Example

The costs for the project may top $50 million.

Synonyms and related words
abound go beyond exceed
2

to cover something with a layer of something else

Example

pizza topped with cheese

Example

hills topped by clumps of trees

Synonyms and related words
cover wrap coat
3

to be better or more impressive than something else

Example

I don't think I can top your fishing story.

Synonyms and related words
rise above overtake rival
3.1

to be in the most important or popular position in a series of things

Example

Topping our entertainment bill tonight is someone I know you'll love.

Example

The book is now topping bestseller lists all over the world.

Synonyms and related words
matter figure emphasize
4

to reach the top of a hill or slope

Synonyms and related words
abseil ascend ascent
Definition top in American English

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