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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Make Sandwiches Serve chicken in buns with toppers and Buttermilk Ranch Dressing. Makes 4 sandwiches. Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2025 From suits to corsets to unique toppers, the wedding world is now offering beautiful pieces to fit every bridal style. Shelby Wax, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2025 This cohort makes for a super sweet gift (easter basket toppers, anyone?), or, as a does-it-all activity for a DIY spa night with the besties. Annie Blackman, Allure, 10 Apr. 2025 An organic mattress topper: Birch Plush Organic Mattress Topper for $374 ($124 off)—Use Code MARCH25 Power up with unlimited access to WIRED. Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 10 Mar. 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 5 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

topper

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