topper

[ top-er ]

noun

1. a person or thing that tops. tops. top.
2. a woman's loose, usually lightweight topcoat, especially one that is knee-length or shorter.
3. Informal. top hat.
4. capper ( def 2 ).
5. British Slang. an excellent or well-liked person or thing.

topper

/ ˈtɒpə /

noun

1. an informal name for top hat
2. a person or thing that tops
3. informal.
   a remark that caps the one before

Word History and Origins

Origin of topper¹

First recorded in 1665–75; top ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

“Samurai Delicatessen”: I loved seeing John Belushi do anything, but the samurai bits were always good, and “Samurai Delicatessen” was the topper for me.

From Los Angeles Times

These hilarious scenes beautifully illustrate Edwards’ “magic,” recounted in an archival interview, about doing a joke, topping that joke and then topping the topper.

From Salon

"He brought a scented diffuser, his own mattress topper, a waffle maker so he could make the breakfast he normally would have," Wightman says.

From BBC

They will face table toppers Saints, who beat last season's champions Saracens 22-20 on Friday.

From BBC

Leicester, who have now lost four of their past six league games, remain level with table toppers Leeds and one point ahead of Ipswich, with both teams playing later.

From BBC

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