Definition of atop
:on, to, or at the top
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Definition of atop
:on top of
Examples of atop in a Sentence
The house sits atop a cliff overlooking the ocean.
First Known Use of atop
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ATOP Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of atop for English Language Learners
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: on top of
ATOP Defined for Kids
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Definition of atop for Students
:on top of
- The castle sits atop a cliff.
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