noun

Topper

Topper (noun) means something that goes on top of something else, especially as a finishing touch. Example: “The cake topper was a tiny bride and groom figurine.”

noun

Something that goes on top of something else, especially as a finishing touch.

"The cake topper was a tiny bride and groom figurine."

A tall, formal hat; a top hat.

"He wore a topper and tails to the wedding."

How to use Topper

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA decorative piece placed on top of something (like a cake), or informally, a top hat.

Common pairings

cake topper wear a topper

Word forms

Toppers plural

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Etymology

From Middle English toppor, equivalent to top + -er.

Origin: Middle English

Synonyms

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Rhymes for Topper

copper popper hopper chopper whopper stopper shopper grasshopper showstopper

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Topper” mean?

The word “Topper” means something that goes on top of something else, especially as a finishing touch. In plain terms, a decorative piece placed on top of something (like a cake), or informally, a top hat.

How do you use “Topper” in a sentence?

Here is “Topper” used in a sentence: “The cake topper was a tiny bride and groom figurine.”

What part of speech is “Topper”?

“Topper” is a noun.

How many meanings does “Topper” have?

“Topper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: something that goes on top of something else, especially as a finishing touch.

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