the highest stage of development n the greatest possible intensity n platform surrounding the head of a lower mast n a conical child's plaything tapering to a steel point on which it can be made to spin n covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container) n a garment (especially for women) that extends from the shoulders to the waist or hips n a canvas tent to house the audience at a circus performance v be superior or better than some standard v pass by, over, or under without making contact v be at the top of or constitute the top or highest point v be ahead of others
