Crest: meaning, definitions and examples

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crest

 

[ krest ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

on a wave

A crest is the top of a wave, where it is highest or most intense.

Synonyms

peak, pinnacle, summit

Examples of usage

  • The surfer rode the crest of the wave all the way to shore.
  • The crest of the wave crashed down, creating a spray of water.
Context #2 | Noun

heraldry

A crest is a distinctive device placed at the top of a coat of arms, often representing a family or organization.

Synonyms

emblem, symbol

Examples of usage

  • The royal crest featured a lion and a unicorn.
  • The family crest displayed symbols of strength and loyalty.
Context #3 | Verb

reach the top

To crest means to reach the highest point or level of something.

Synonyms

peak, reach the summit, top

Examples of usage

  • The hiker finally crested the mountain after hours of climbing.
  • The company's profits crested after a successful quarter.

Translations

Translations of the word "crest" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น crista

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคฟเค–เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gipfel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ puncak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั€ะตะฑั–ะฝัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ grzebieล„

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ ‚ไธŠ (ใกใ‚‡ใ†ใ˜ใ‚‡ใ†)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท crรชte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cresta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tepe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ •์ƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vrchol

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vrchol

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้กถๅณฐ (dวngfฤ“ng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vrh

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ toppur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆั‹าฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒ•แƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zirvษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cresta

Etymology

The word 'crest' originated from the Middle English 'creste', which in turn came from the Old French 'creste' meaning 'tuft, comb'. The use of 'crest' to refer to the top of a wave dates back to the 17th century. In heraldry, crests have been used as symbols of identity and status for centuries, with each design carrying specific meanings. Over time, 'crest' has evolved to symbolize reaching the highest point or level in various contexts.

See also: crestfallen.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,094 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.