topgallant

/ˈtɒpgɑːnt/; /ˈtɒpˌɡælənt/

Definitions

1. noun

The uppermost sail of a square-rigged ship, set above the fore-and-aft sail.

“The captain ordered the topgallant to be set in the increasing wind.”

2. adjective

Uppermost or highest in position or rank.

“The topgallant officers in the company were responsible for managing the finances.”

Synonyms

  • highest
  • uppermost

Antonyms

  • lowermost
  • lowest