Upper: meaning, definitions and examples

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upper

[ ˈʌpər ]

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case

Higher in position, status, or value.

Synonyms

higher, higher-level, superior, top

Examples of usage

The upper floor of the building offers a great view of the city skyline.
She comes from an upper-class family with a long history of wealth and privilege.

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clothing

A garment worn on the upper part of the body.

Synonyms

blouse, jacket, shirt, top

Examples of usage

She was wearing a beautiful upper with intricate embroidery.
The designer specializes in creating unique uppers for formal occasions.

Translations

Translations of the word "upper" in other languages:

🇵🇹 superior

🇮🇳 ऊपरी (ūparī)

🇩🇪 oberer

🇮🇩 atas

🇺🇦 верхній

🇵🇱 górny

🇯🇵 上の (ue no)

🇫🇷 supérieur

🇪🇸 superior

🇹🇷 üst

🇰🇷 위의 (wi-ui)

🇸🇦 علوي (ʿulwī)

🇨🇿 horní

🇸🇰 horný

🇨🇳 上面的 (shàngmiàn de)

🇸🇮 zgornji

🇮🇸 efri

🇰🇿 жоғарғы (zhoğarğy)

🇬🇪 ზედა (zeda)

🇦🇿 yuxarı

🇲🇽 superior

Word origin

The word 'upper' originated from the Old English word 'uppe' meaning higher in place or position. Over time, it evolved to its current usage in Modern English. The term has been used in various contexts, from describing physical location to social status, and continues to be a versatile word in the English language.

See also: up, upend, upmost, upright, upset, upsides, upward, upwards.