top; peak; highest level
Meanings
3 senses · 10 examplesnoun
apical bud; growing tip
technicalA botanical term referring to the terminal bud or main growing point of a plant.
To encourage the growth of lateral branches, he removed the apical buds of the cotton plants.
The growing tips of this plant are very delicate and need careful protection.
noun
peak; pinnacle; topmost point
Refers to the highest point of an object, often with a tapering or pointed shape.
The gilded pinnacle of the pagoda was extremely dazzling in the sunlight.
The climber finally stood on the peak of the mountain.
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The spire of the church pierced the sky.
adjective
top-notch; highest-level; elite
Used as an attributive adjective to describe something or someone that is at the very best or highest level in its field.
He graduated from a top-tier university.
This scientist is a leading figure in the field.
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The company needs to recruit top-notch technical talent.
This is a showdown between elite masters.
Our goal is to provide top-notch service.