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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.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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Snow capped the mountains Source: Internet

the view from the peak was magnificent Source: Internet

they clambered to the tip of Monadnock Source: Internet

the region is a few molecules wide at the summit Source: Internet

The river crested last night Source: Internet

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. Source: Internet

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