Upper (Noun)
Meaning 1
Piece of leather or synthetic material that forms the part of a shoe or boot above the sole that encases the foot; "Uppers come in many styles".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Meaning 2
A central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed an upper to help manage her narcolepsy symptoms.
- Taking an upper in the morning helped him stay focused throughout the day.
- The medication was an upper that not only increased her energy but also suppressed her appetite.
- As a student, she relied on an upper to stay awake during late-night study sessions.
- The therapist warned her that using an upper to treat her depression could lead to dependence.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
Meaning 3
The higher of two berths.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.