top

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

The highest or uppermost part of something.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

His kite got caught at the top of the tree.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

The highest or uppermost part of something. — The part of something that is usually highest or uppermost.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

The highest or uppermost part of something. — The uppermost part of a page, picture, viewing screen, etc.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “top” mean?

The highest or uppermost part of something.

Is “top” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.