(nautical) A chain for slinging the lower yards, in time of action, to prevent their falling, if the ropes by which they are hung are shot away.

plural of top-rope

(nautical) A rope used for hoisting and lowering a topmast, and for other purposes.

(climbing) To belay from a fixed anchor point above the climber.

plural of top-hamper

(nautical) The upper rigging, spars, etc., of a ship.

(dated) Small rolls of dough, baked, cut in half, and browned in an oven, formerly used as food for infants.

A kind of sports shoe that extends significantly over the wearer's ankle.

Alternative form of top of mind

(idiomatic, business) Foremost in one's thoughts; of greatest concern or priority.