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crested

/ˈkɹɛstɪd/

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verb

Particularly with reference to waves, to reach a peak.

Examples :

"The wave crested just before it crashed onto the shore. "

nautical weather ocean

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verb

To reach the crest of (a hill or mountain)

Examples :

"The hikers crested the small hill, then enjoyed the view from the top. "

geography nature

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verb

To furnish with, or surmount as, a crest; to serve as a crest for.

Examples :

"The hill was crested with a row of tall, swaying pine trees. "

appearance heraldry

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verb

To mark with lines or streaks like waving plumes.

Examples :

"The artist crested the bird's wings with delicate white strokes, giving them a feathered, plume-like appearance. "

appearance nature

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adjective

Having a crest, or ornamental tuft (on an animal) or plume (on a helmet).

Examples :

"The crested bird perched on the feeder, its bright red feathers standing out against the snow. "

appearance animal bird