dealing with a difficult task or a situation successfully. With two young children and a full-time job, I’m so busy that I’m not keeping on top of the housework. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers.
In this post
What does it mean on top of something?
In control of, fully informed
1. In control of, fully informed about, as in The weeds were terrible, but the new gardener was soon on top of them, or Our senator always manages to be on top of the issues.
What mean I am on top of it?
phrase. If you are on top of or get on top of something that you are doing, you are dealing with it successfully.
How do you use on top of?
(1) Put this book on top of the others. (2) Grate some nutmeg on top of the pudding. (3) The little girl piled one paper box on top of the other. (4) There is a row of spikes on top of the prison wall to prevent the prisoners escaping.
How do you say on top of things?
WORDS RELATED TO ON TOP OF
- aloft.
- atop.
- beyond.
- high.
- on high.
- on top of.
- over.
- overhead.
Does on top of mean including?
On top of is also used to mean in addition to, esp. something unpleasant: We missed the bus, and on top of that it started raining.
What does it mean to be on top of everything?
In complete control or with complete awareness of someone or something, often due to being diligent, fully informed, and/or up-to-date.
Is on top of formal?
English-U.S. “On top of that” is too casual.
What does stay on top of things mean?
in control of a situation and aware of changes: The stock market has been unpredictable, and you really have to stay on top of things.
Which is correct on the top or at the top?
The only preposition used with top alone is “on.” And we don’t really say “on the top,” rather “on top,” meaning “encima.” As for “at the top,” you are right that there is a subtle difference. “At the top” means “at the level of the top,” so to speak–so it is more general.
Is it right to say on the top?
And still other times, you can use either phrase, but there is no difference. She is at the top of the mountain. (Same, but this may mean that she just reached the top.) He is on top of his class in school.
What is the difference between on and on top of?
On is general, meaning that it could be anywhere, whereas on top of, means disregarding any levels, it is located on the highest surface (the top). So, on the bookshelf is anywhere on the bookshelf (it can even be on the sides if you use tape/glue/etc.,).
What is the difference between on top of and above?
We usually use above, but not over, when there is no contact between the things referred to. Over or on top of have a more general meaning, and can be used when one thing touches or covers another: They made her comfortable and put a blanket over her. Not: They made her comfortable and put a blanket above her.
What’s the full meaning of top?
the highest point
1 : the highest point, level, or part of something the top of the hill. 2 : the upper end, edge, or surface The glass was filled to the top. 3 : an upper piece, lid, or covering Put the top on the jar. 4 : the highest position She ranks at the top of her class. 5 : a garment worn on the upper part of the body.
Is on the top a preposition?
Prepositions in English: ABOVE, OVER, ON, ON TOP.
What does top mean in text?
Slang. the dominant partner in a sexual relationship or encounter, especially the penetrator in anal intercourse (opposed to bottom).