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3. (Her.) A bearing worn, not upon
the shield, but usually above it, or separately as an ornament
for plate, liveries, and the like. It is a relic of the ancient
cognizance. See Cognizance, 4.

4. The upper curve of a horse's
neck.

Throwing the base thong from his bending
crest.

Shak.

5. The ridge or top of a wave.

Like wave with crest of sparkling foam.

Sir W. Scott.

6. The summit of a hill or mountain
ridge.

7. The helm or head, as typical of a high
spirit; pride; courage.

Now the time is come

That France must vail her lofty plumed crest.

Shak.

8. (Arch.) The ornamental
finishing which surmounts the ridge of a roof, canopy,
etc.

The finials of gables and pinnacles are sometimes
called crests.

Parker.

9. (Engin.) The top line of a
slope or embankment.

Crest tile, a tile made to cover the
ridge of a roof, fitting upon it like a saddle.


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