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crested

The correct spelling is crested.

How to pronounce crested

verb

IPA: /ˈkɹɛstɪd/

Say it like: Cre-ste-d

The correct spelling is crested. Particularly with reference to waves, to reach a peak.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.Particularly with reference to waves, to reach a peak.
  2. 2.To reach the crest of (a hill or mountain)
  3. 3.To furnish with, or surmount as, a crest; to serve as a crest for.
  4. 4.To mark with lines or streaks like waving plumes.

adjective

  1. 1.Having a crest, or ornamental tuft (on an animal) or plume (on a helmet).

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