Definition of "apex" in Anglais

noun

1. The highest or the greatest part of something, especially forming a point.

   • the apex of the building
   • Drone cameras show that his car reached the apex first.

2. An obstacle for a horse to jump over, consisting of a triangular corner fence.

3. (figuratively) The moment of greatest success, expansion, etc.

   • the apex of civilization

4. (attributive, ecology) The top of the food chain.

5. A conical priest cap.