Crest Definition & Meaning

crest
noun
  1. the top line of a hill, mountain, or wave
  2. the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill); "the view from the peak was magnificent"; "they clambered to the tip of Monadnock"; "the region is a few molecules wide at the summit"
  3. the center of a cambered road
  4. (heraldry) in medieval times, an emblem used to decorate a helmet
  5. a showy growth of e.g. feathers or skin on the head of a bird or other animal
verb
  1. lie at the top of; "Snow capped the mountains"
  2. reach a high point; "The river crested last night"

Synonyms for crest

cap noun

a tight-fitting headdress a top (as for a bottle) a mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of

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crown noun

the Crown (or the reigning monarch) as the symbol of the power and authority of a monarchy

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peak noun

the most extreme possible amount or value

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summit noun

the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development

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tip noun

the extreme end of something; especially something pointed a relatively small amount of money given for services

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top adj

situated at the top or highest position; "the top shelf" the upper part of anything

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"Crest" in song lyrics

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  • "Everyday, intake of a broken crest"
    Abstract Rude w/ Moka Only and Prevail — Smokin' In Here
  • "My thoughts are collected by nest of the mountain crest"
    Atoms Family f/ Cryptic One, Molecule — Ill Visions
  • "This verse born in the nest, East New York, Falcon Crest"
    Darc Mind f/ Vultcha — On the Ropes

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Frequently asked questions

What does crest mean?
the top line of a hill, mountain, or wave the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill); "the view from the peak was magnificent"; "they clambered to the tip of Monadnock"; "the region is a few molecules wide at the summit" the center of a cambered road (heraldry) in medieval times, an emblem used to decorate a helmet a showy growth of e.g. feathers or skin on the head of a bird or other animal lie at the top of; "Snow capped the mountains" reach a high point
What part of speech is crest?
Crest is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does crest have?
Crest has 7 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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