upper (n.)

  1. the higher of two berths

    [ Syn: upper berth ]

  2. piece of leather or synthetic material that forms the part of a shoe or boot above the sole that encases the foot; Uppers come in many styles'

  3. a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression

    [ Syn: amphetamine , amphetamine , pep pill , pep pill , speed , speed ]

    upper (adj.)

  1. the topmost one of two

  2. higher in place or position; the upper bunk; in the upper center of the picture; the upper stories'

  3. superior in rank or accomplishment; the upper half of the class'

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