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crests

/kɹɛsts/

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The summit of a hill or mountain ridge.

Examples :

"We hiked to the crests of the hills and enjoyed the beautiful view. "

geography nature

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A tuft, or other natural ornament, growing on an animal's head, for example the comb of a cockerel, the swelling on the head of a snake, the lengthened feathers of the crown or nape of bird, etc.

Examples :

"The rooster proudly displayed its bright red crest as it strutted around the yard. "

animal biology bird anatomy organism nature appearance

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The plume of feathers, or other decoration, worn on or displayed on a helmet; the distinctive ornament of a helmet.

Examples :

"The knights' helmets gleamed in the sun, each adorned with colorful crests of feathers. "

wear military heraldry style appearance

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A bearing worn, not upon the shield, but usually on a helmet above it, sometimes (as for clerics) separately above the shield or separately as a mark for plate, in letterheads, and the like.

Examples :

"The school letterhead features the institution's coat of arms, with its unique crests displayed proudly above the shield. "

heraldry royal military wear history

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The upper curve of a horse's neck.

Examples :

"The rider patted the horse's crests, admiring the smooth curve of its neck. "

animal body anatomy

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The ridge or top of a wave.

Examples :

"The surfer skillfully rode the wave, balancing perfectly as he reached the crests. "

nautical nature ocean environment

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The helm or head, as typical of a high spirit; pride; courage.

Examples :

"Despite the challenging exam, her achievements helped her carry her crests high. "

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The ornamental finishing which surmounts the ridge of a roof, canopy, etc.

Examples :

"The Victorian houses on our street have elaborate metal crests along the top of their roofs. "

architecture style building

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The top line of a slope or embankment.

Examples :

"From the bottom of the hill, we could see the runners reach the crests of the small dunes. "

geography geology

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A ridge along the surface of a bone.

Examples :

"The doctor pointed to the X-ray, explaining that the small crests on the patient's tibia were showing signs of stress. "

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A design or logo, especially one of an institution, association or high-class family.

Examples :

"The school's crests, featuring a lion and a torch, were embroidered on the students' blazers. "

culture family heraldry sign

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Any of several birds in the family Regulidae, including the goldcrests and firecrests.

Examples :

"> We saw several crests flitting among the branches of the pine tree in the park, their tiny bodies almost hidden by the needles. "

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Particularly with reference to waves, to reach a peak.

Examples :

"The waves crests just before they crash onto the beach. "

nautical nature ocean weather

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To reach the crest of (a hill or mountain)

Examples :

"The hikers finally crested the hill and saw the beautiful valley below. "

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

Examples :

"The metal fence posts crests the wall, adding a decorative touch and extra security. "

heraldry appearance royal

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To mark with lines or streaks like waving plumes.

Examples :

"The setting sun crests the freshly plowed field, leaving streaks of golden light. "

appearance mark