upper
Prononciation : [/ˈʌpɚ/]
Contexte : « location »
(adjective) when something is positioned higher in space or physically above something else. Like when you put one item on top of another.
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The upper shelf in the closet is where we keep our extra blankets.
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The lower bunk bed is more accessible than the upper one.
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Which shelf is the upper one in the cabinet?
Contexte : « clothing »
(noun) the part of an item of clothing that covers the top half. It's like the top part of a shirt or a dress.
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She wore a beautiful blouse with lace detailing along the upper half.
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The lower part of the dress had intricate embroidery, but the upper part was plain.
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Do you prefer dresses with embellishments on the upper portion or the lower?
Contexte : « age »
(adjective) relating to later years or stages in life. It's when you've lived a long time and are considered older.
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In her upper years, she traveled the world and tried new experiences.
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She enjoyed hiking in her younger years but now, in her upper age, prefers more leisurely activities.
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What activities do people tend to enjoy in their upper years?