above

Definitions of above in various dictionaries:

noun - an earlier section of a written text

adj - appearing earlier in the same text

adv - at an earlier place

adv - in or to a place that is higher

On high; overhead: the clouds above.

In heaven; heavenward.

Upstairs: a table in the dining room above.

To a degree that is over zero: 15 above.

In or to a higher place.

In an earlier part of a given text: “The problems cited above have led to a number of suggestions for reform” (Wharton Magazine).

In or to a higher rank or position: the ranks of major and above.

Over or higher than: a cool spring above the timberline.

Superior to in rank, position, or number; greater than: put principles above expediency.

Beyond the level or reach of: a shot that was heard above the music.

In preference to.

Too honorable to bend to: I am above petty intrigue.

An earlier part of a given text: Refer to the above for that information.

noun - something that is above (in a higher place)