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crest
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- pronunciation:
- krest
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a tuft of feathers, bone, or fur on an animal's head, or something that looks like this. The comb of a rooster is one kind of crest.
The bird's red crest stood up nearly straight on its head.
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| definition 2: |
a decoration displayed above the shield on a coat of arms.
This dragon is part of their family crest. |
| definition 3: |
the peak of a large hill, mountain, or wave.
We were all very tired when we reached the crest of the hill.- similar words:
- crown, height, peak, ridge
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| definition 4: |
the highest level.
The crest of her career as a dancer has passed.- similar words:
- height, peak, top
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| related words: |
apex, billow, crown, ensign, meridian, tip, tuft |
| derivations: |
crested (adj.), crestless (adj.) |
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