crest

[krest]

crest Definition

  • 1the top of something, especially a mountain or hill
  • 2a comb or tuft of feathers, fur, or skin on the head of a bird or other animal
  • 3a symbol or emblem that represents a family, person, or organization

Using crest: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "crest" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The climbers finally reached the crest of the mountain.

  • Example

    The rooster's crest was bright red.

  • Example

    The university's crest features a lion and a book.

crest Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for crest

Antonyms for crest

Phrases with crest

  • the highest part of a wave

    Example

    The surfer rode the crest of the wave all the way to shore.

  • the top of a hill

    Example

    The house was situated on the crest of a hill, with a beautiful view of the valley below.

  • coat of arms

    a heraldic design on a shield or escutcheon that represents a family or individual

    Example

    The coat of arms on the knight's shield featured a crest of a dragon.

📌

Summary: crest in Brief

The term 'crest' [krest] refers to the top of something, such as a mountain or hill. It can also refer to a comb or tuft of feathers, fur, or skin on the head of an animal, or a symbol that represents a family, person, or organization. Examples include 'The climbers finally reached the crest of the mountain,' and 'The university's crest features a lion and a book.' Phrases like 'crest of a wave' and 'crest of a hill' denote the highest point of a wave or hill, respectively.

How do native speakers use this expression?