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summit
1[ suhm-it ]
noun
- the highest point or part, as of a hill, a line of travel, or any object; top; apex.
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Antonyms:
- the highest point of attainment or aspiration:
the summit of one's ambition.
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- the highest state or degree.
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- the highest level of diplomatic or other governmental officials:
a meeting at the summit.
adjective
- of or relating to a summit meeting:
summit talks.
verb (used without object)
- to take part in a summit meeting.
- to reach a summit:
summited after a 14-hour climb.
verb (used with object)
- to reach the summit of.
Summit
2[ suhm-it ]
noun
- a city in NE New Jersey.
- a city in NE Illinois.
summit
/ ˈʌɪ /
noun
- the highest point or part, esp of a mountain or line of communication; top
- the highest possible degree or state; peak or climax
the summit of ambition
- the highest level, importance, or rank
a meeting at the summit
- a meeting of chiefs of governments or other high officials
- ( as modifier )
a summit conference
Derived Forms
- ˈܳٲ, adjective
- ˈܳٱ, adjective
Other Word Forms
- ܳm· adjective
- ܳm· adjective
- i·ܳm noun
- ·ܳm adjective noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of summit1
Example Sentences
That was a reference to the serendipitous conversations that can take place on the margins of a summit or a ceremony as leaders "brush by" one another while they find their seats.
The UK is preparing for a summit with the EU in May in an attempt to "reset" the relationship between the two.
It follows the UK-Ireland summit last month, where the two governments pledged to work closely to deliver security, investment and growth.
The government is no longer ruling out a youth visa deal with the EU, ahead of a summit next month to "reset" relations after Brexit.
He was speaking at the opening of a two day summit on energy security in London, which is being attended by delegates from more than 50 governments, including the US and the EU.
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