1. • noun - an earlier section of a written text
   • adj - appearing earlier in the same text
   • adv - at an earlier place
   • adv - in or to a place that is higher
2. • On high; overhead: the clouds above.
   • In heaven; heavenward.
   • Upstairs: a table in the dining room above.
   • To a degree that is over zero: 15 above.
   • In or to a higher place.
   • In an earlier part of a given text: “The problems cited above have led to a number of suggestions for reform” (Wharton Magazine).
   • In or to a higher rank or position: the ranks of major and above.
   • Over or higher than: a cool spring above the timberline.
   • Superior to in rank, position, or number; greater than: put principles above expediency.
   • Beyond the level or reach of: a shot that was heard above the music.
   • In preference to.
   • Too honorable to bend to: I am above petty intrigue.
   • An earlier part of a given text: Refer to the above for that information.
3. • n - something that is above (in a higher place)

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