crest
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1. crest - Noun
2. crest - Verb
3. Crest - Proper noun
Meaning
A tuft, or other excrescence or natural ornament, growing on an animal's head; the comb of a cock; the swelling on the head of a serpent; the lengthened feathers of the crown or nape of bird, etc.
The plume of feathers, or other decoration, worn on a helmet; the distinctive ornament of a helmet, indicating the rank of the wearer; hence, also, the helmet.
A bearing worn, not upon the shield, but usually above it, or separately as an ornament for plate, liveries, and the like. It is a relic of the ancient cognizance. See Cognizance, 4.
The helm or head, as typical of a high spirit; pride; courage.
The ornamental finishing which surmounts the ridge of a roof, canopy, etc.
To furnish with, or surmount as, a crest; to serve as a crest for.
To mark with lines or streaks, like, or regarded as like, waving plumes.
To form a crest.
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Snow capped the mountains
the view from the peak was magnificent
they clambered to the tip of Monadnock
the region is a few molecules wide at the summit
The river crested last night
A cynic, of course, might suggest Pirlo’s appointment is a natural sequel to the club’s decision, in 2017, to change its crest, a move that was supposed to signify that Juventus was no longer just a soccer team.