peak

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peak
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Meanings
noun
  • the pointed top of a mountain.
    E.g. tatters of fog clung to the peak of the mountain
  • a projecting pointed part or shape.
    E.g. whisk two egg whites to stiff peaks
  • the point of highest activity, quality, or achievement.
    E.g. he was at his peak as a cricketer
verb
  • reach a highest point, either of a specified value or at a specified time.
    E.g. the disease peaked in summer
adjective
  • at the highest level; maximum.
    E.g. the canal was restored to peak condition
verb
  • decline in health and spirits; waste away.
    E.g. she sat all day, peaking and pining, at the fire-side

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