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atop

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adverb or adjective \ə-ˈtäp\

Definition of atop

  1. :  on, to, or at the top

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atop

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Definition of atop

  1. :  on top of

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Examples of atop in a Sentence

  1. The house sits atop a cliff overlooking the ocean.

First Known Use of atop

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ATOP Defined for English Language Learners

atop

preposition

Definition of atop for English Language Learners

  • : on top of

ATOP Defined for Kids

atop

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preposition \ə-ˈtäp\

Definition of atop for Students

  1. :  on top of The castle sits atop a cliff.

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