topper

noun

top·​per ˈtä-pər How to pronounce topper (audio)
1
: one that is at or on the top
2
3
: something (such as a joke) that caps everything preceding
4
: a woman's usually short and loose-fitting lightweight outer coat
5
: one that puts on or takes off tops

Examples of topper in a Sentence

Their new song soon became a chart topper. there are lots of good reasons we can't go to the concert, but the fact that the tickets are all sold out is the topper
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Here are a few of our favorite ways to incorporate watermelon rind into new dishes: Quick pickles: Slice and soak in a vinegar brine with spices and herbs for a tangy snack or sandwich topper. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2025 The food toppers are to make his food a bit more appealing, and act sort of like seasoning: there's sirloin, mussels, fish, lamb, and chicken. Rachel Raposas, People.com, 4 Aug. 2025 That's pretty impressive for a simple pickup topper. New Atlas, 30 July 2025 The recall was issued after consumer complaints alerted the company to the presence of plastic in the dome toppers. Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 16 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for topper

Word History

First Known Use

1602, in the meaning defined at sense 5

Time Traveler
The first known use of topper was in 1602

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“Topper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/topper. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

topper

noun
top·​per ˈtäp-ər How to pronounce topper (audio)
1
: one that tops
2
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