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11 Definitions of: peak
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- noun, a pointed end, edge, or projection
- noun, the pointed summit of a mountain
- noun, a mountain with a pointed summit
- noun, the point of greatest development, strength, etc
- noun, a) a sharp increase in a physical quantity followed by a sharp decrease b) the maximum value of this quantity c) (as modifier)
- noun, Also called: visor a projecting piece on the front of some caps
- noun, a). See widow's peak b) the pointed end of a beard
- noun, nautical a) the extreme forward (forepeak) or aft (afterpeak) part of the hull b) (of a fore-and-aft quadrilateral sail) the after uppermost corner c) the after end of a gaff
- verb, nautical to set (a gaff) or tilt (oars) vertically
- verb, to form or reach or cause to form or reach a peak or maximum
- adjective, of or relating to a period of highest use or demand, as for watching television, commuting, etc
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| Synonyms: | crown, climax, culmination, zenith, apogee, acme, ne plus ultra (Latin), point, top, tip | And more... |
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