upper Definition and Meaning in English (upper definition)

adjective
Quick Answer • Definition

Upper definition: Referring to something situated above another part or at a higher level.

Definitions of Upper

  1. 1adjective

    Referring to something situated above another part or at a higher level.

  2. 2noun

    The part of a shoe or boot that covers the top and sides of the foot, above the sole.

  3. 3noun(informal)

    An informal term for a stimulant drug, often amphetamine.

Example Sentences

“The upper deck of the ship offered a better view.”

“The leather upper of the shoe was very durable.”

“She works in the upper management of the company.”

Inflected Word Forms

adjectiveuppermost
adjectiveupper-class
adjectiveupper-level

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

get the upper handidiom

To gain control or advantage over someone or something.

upper crustidiom

The highest social class or group of people.

upper limitcollocation

The maximum permissible amount or level.

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Upper definition: Referring to something situated above another part or at a higher level.
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'Upper' translates to 'upper' in English. Upper definition: Referring to something situated above another part or at a higher level.
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