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[ adjective ] representing a level of the highest possible achievement or attainment

Examples

"the crowning accomplishment of his career"

Used in print

(Edward E. Kelly, S.J., "Christian Unity in England"...)

Of_course , the crowning event that has dramatically upset the traditional pattern of English religious history was the friendly visit paid by Dr._Fisher , then Anglican Archbishop of Canterbury , to the Vatican last December .

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[ adjective ] forming or providing a crown or summit

Examples

"the crowning star on a Christmas tree" "her hair was her crowning glory"

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