topside

/ˈtɑpˌsaɪd/
adjective
  1. Located on or relating to the upper side or surface.
    • We installed a topside hatch for easy access to the roof.
    • The topside panel of the laptop was cracked.
    • The topside layer of the soil was dry and dusty.
noun
  1. The upper side or surface of something.
    • We painted the topside of the boat a bright white.
    • The topside of the cake was decorated with fresh strawberries.
    • The topside of the table was scratched from years of use.
  2. The part of a ship that is above the waterline.
    • He climbed to the topside to check the radar equipment.
    • The crew painted the topside of the ship during the calm weather.
    • The captain gave orders to clean all the topside decks.
  3. A cut of beef from the outer part of the thigh, often used for roasting or braising.
    • He sliced the topside thinly and served it with gravy.
    • The butcher recommended topside for making a slow-cooked stew.
    • For Sunday dinner, she roasted a topside of beef with vegetables.
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adverb
  1. On or to the upper part of a ship; above deck.
    • He stayed topside to watch the sunset over the ocean.
    • She called everyone topside for the emergency drill.
    • The sailors went topside to check the weather.
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