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NOUN

the upper part of anything

the highest or uppermost side of anything

the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill)

the first half of an inning

the highest level or degree attainable

the greatest possible intensity

platform surrounding the head of a lower mast

a conical child's plaything tapering to a steel point on which it can be made to spin

covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container)

a garment (especially for women) that extends from the shoulders to the waist or hips

a canvas tent to house the audience at a circus performance

VERB

be superior or better than some standard

pass by, over, or under without making contact

be at the top of or constitute the top or highest point

be ahead of others

provide with a top or finish the top (of a structure)

reach or ascend the top of

strike (the top part of a ball in golf, baseball, or pool) giving it a forward spin

cut the top off

be the culminating event

finish up or conclude

ADJ

situated at the top or highest position

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