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Cresting: meaning, definitions and examples

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cresting

 

[ หˆkrษ›stษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

ocean waves

Cresting refers to the point at which a wave reaches its highest point before breaking. It is a characteristic feature observed in the behavior of ocean waves, and often illustrates the power and motion of water.

Synonyms

capping, hill, peaking, topping

Examples of usage

  • The waves were cresting beautifully at sunset.
  • He watched the surfers riding the cresting waves.
  • The boat rose high on the cresting swell before descending.
  • Cresting waves can be both beautiful and dangerous.
Context #2 | Verb

mountains or hills

In a geological context, cresting can also refer to reaching the highest point on a mountain or hill. This usage often evokes the imagery of summiting a peak after a steep ascent.

Synonyms

ascending, mounting, summiting

Examples of usage

  • After hours of hiking, we finally reached the cresting summit.
  • The trail leads to a stunning view from the cresting hill.
  • They celebrated at the top after cresting the mountain.
  • The view from cresting the ridge was breathtaking.

Translations

Translations of the word "cresting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cume

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเฅ‹เคŸเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gipfel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ puncak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะตั€ัˆะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ szczyt

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ ‚ไธŠ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท crรชte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cima

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท zirve

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ •์ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vrchol

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vrchol

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้กถๅณฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vrh

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ toppur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆั‹าฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ–แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zirvษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cima

Etymology

The term 'cresting' derives from the Old English word 'crost,' which means a 'top, 'crown,' or 'peak.' Originally tied to physical features with a pointed top, the word has evolved to describe the highest points of waves in oceans, as well as peaks of mountains or hills. The concept communicates both motion and elevation, symbolizing the climactic approach to a summit or peak. Across various contexts, 'cresting' inherently embodies the idea of reaching a pinnacle, whether it be in nature, sports, or personal achievements. The flexibility of usage reflects the dynamic interplay of language with human experience and the environment, highlighting our relationship with natural landscapes.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,133 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.