topple
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.top·ple
verb \ˈtä-pəl\top·pledtop·pling \-p(ə-)liŋ\
Definition of TOPPLE
intransitive verb
: to fall from or as if from being top-heavy
transitive verb
1
: to cause to topple
See Examples of TOPPLE
- The strong winds toppled many trees.
- The earthquake toppled the buildings.
- The tree toppled into the river.
- The rebels tried to topple the dictator.
- The phone company has toppled its local competition.
Origin of TOPPLE
frequentative of 2top
First Known Use: 1590
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