Definitions

1. noun

the top or heading of a document or text

“She read through the entire report, starting with the header to get a sense of the main points.”

2. noun

the part of a container or vessel that is at the top

“The lid had a small header that fit into a recess in the container to prevent it from coming loose.”

3. noun

the strip or band at the top of a page, typically containing information such as the title of the document or the date

“The header of the page included the title of the article and the name of the author.”

4. noun

the first part of a message or communication, typically containing information such as the sender’s name and the subject

“The email’s header included the sender’s name and the subject of the message.”

5. verb

to put or place something at the top of a container or vessel

“He headered the bottle with a cork to prevent it from coming loose.”

6. verb

to put or place a title or heading at the top of a document or text

“She headered the report with a title that captured the main points of the research.”