Peak Definition
pēk
peaked, peaking, peaks
noun
peaks
A tapering part that projects; pointed end or top, as of a cap, roof, etc.
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A promontory.
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A mountain with such a pointed summit.
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Part of the hairline coming to a point on the forehead; widow's peak.
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The point of a beard.
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verb
peaked, peaking, peaks
To tilt up, as a spar or oar.
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To raise (a gaff) above the horizontal.
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To become sickly; waste away; droop.
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To bring to a maximum of development, value, or intensity.
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To come or cause to come to a peak; reach or bring to a high, or the highest, point.
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Synonyms:
Antonyms:
- plunge
- fall
- hit bottom
- bottom-out
adjective
Maximum.
Peak production.
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Origin of Peak
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Probably Middle English pike, peke pike5
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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