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topdown

topdown is the alternative spelling of top-down.

Meaning of top-down

Adjective

top-down (not comparable)

  1. Of or relating to a hierarchical system that progresses from a single, large basic unit to multiple, smaller subunits.
  2. Produced, controlled, or directed by those at the top of the hierarchy (the upper echelons).
    • Overall the signage at NIE has the appearance being a top-down artefact driven by institutional policy with English set as the default language.2019, Li Huang, James Lambert, “Another Arrow for the Quiver: A New Methodology for Multilingual Researchers”, in Journal of Multilingual and Multicultural Development, →DOI, page 6
  3. Presenting the player with an aerial view.
    • a top-down shooter
  4. Of a drop top, with the convertible top down.
    • a top-down ride

Questions about topdown

What is topdown the alternative spelling of?
Topdown is the alternative spelling of top-down.

Words near topdown in the dictionary

  1. Topdac
  2. topdeck
  3. topdecked
  4. topdecking
  5. topdecks
  6. topdown
  7. topdress
  8. topdressed
  9. topdresses
  10. topdressing
  11. topdressings

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