Word Meaning

Meaning of topgallant

- Situated above the topmast and below the royal mast; designatb, or pertaining to, the third spars in order from the deck; as, the topgallant mast, yards, braces, and the like. See Illustration of Ship.
- Fig.: Highest; elevated; splendid.
- A topgallant mast or sail.
- Fig.: Anything elevated or splendid.