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crest
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- pronunciation:
- krest
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition: |
A crest is the highest part of something like a hill, mountain, or wave.
All the hikers were tired when they finally reached the crest of the hill.The crest of the mountain was invisible in the morning fog.- similar words:
- crown, peak, ridge
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related words: |
tip |
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derivations: |
crested (adj.), crestless (adj.) |
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