26984 words

topper

8 definitions • 13 examples
1
an object that goes on top of something in order to decorate it:

Examples:

An illuminated star topper is a great way of finishing off your Christmas tree.
Their wedding cake topper was a cute sculpture of the couple.
We sell a range of stick-on card toppers.
2
a type of food that is put on top of another food:

Examples:

Tofu makes a great salad topper.
The spread is perfect as a sandwich filler or toast topper.
3
a thick cover that goes on top of a mattress (= the soft part of a bed that you lie on) in order to make it more comfortable:

Examples:

You can add this memory foam topper to help minimize aches and pains.
4
the person, group, organization, etc. in the highest position on a list:

Examples:

The Spice Girls were chart toppers in the 90s.
The team now sit just one point below the table toppers.
5
the last in a series of good or bad events, remarks, actions, etc., especially when this is even better or worse than everything that has gone before:

Examples:

Going to his concert was definitely the topper of our trip to Nashville.
The topper was when a physician told me I'd just have to live with the pain.
The next day, his wife filed for divorce. This is the topper on the mayor's string of recent difficulties.
6
the best student in a class or school
7
a woman's short loose coat:

Examples:

A whole new take on a classic denim jacket, this crisp white topper features vibrant floral embroidery and lace details.
8
informal for

Examples:

They were wearing grey toppers and standard wedding gear.

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