above - Definition & Meaning | Lingo Dictionary

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bove

to or at higher position without direct contactto or at higher position without direct contact

Examples

The kite soared high above the treetops.
We watched fireworks explode above the city skyline.
The birds flew gracefully above the river.

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bove

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to or at higher position without direct contact

The kite soared high above the treetops.
We watched fireworks explode above the city skyline.
The birds flew gracefully above the river.
The plane is passing above the city.
The hot air balloon floated gently above the landscape.

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used to indicate a higher position or status in terms of rank, authority, or hierarchy

She ranks above him in the company.
He was promoted to a position above mine.
Their team is two places above ours in the standings.
This candidate is clearly above the others in experience.
The captain is ranked above the lieutenant in the military structure.

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3

too good for or of greater worth, dignity, or moral standard

He thinks he's above manual labor.
The judge insisted that no one is above the law.
She acted as if she were above such petty arguments.
They believe their company is above unethical practices.
He's not above bending the rules to win.

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4

used to express a preference or choice in favor of one option over another

They placed profit above public safety.
She chose loyalty above ambition.
Honesty should come above convenience.
They prioritized comfort above appearance.
Family always stands above fame for him.

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5

at a louder volume, higher pitch, or more prominent sound level than others

Her voice rose above the chatter of the crowd.
The siren wailed above the traffic noise.
Music played faintly above the murmur of conversation.
He shouted above the roar of the engines.
Their laughter rang out above the din.

6

greater than a specified number, rate, or standard

The cabin sits 2,000 meters above sea level.
Children above the age of five must have a ticket.
Temperatures stayed above freezing all week.
The company reported earnings above expectations.
Her score was well above the class average.

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(in theater) located farther toward the back of the stage from the audience's perspective

The actor positioned himself above the rest of the cast.
They arranged the set pieces above the main playing area.
He moved above the central action to deliver his monologue.
The choir was placed above the orchestra onstage.
The backdrop was painted to appear above the actors.

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