I. täpˈgalənt, ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷, usually naut təˈg- adjective
Etymology: top (I) + gallant
1.
a. : of, relating to, or being a part next above the topmast and below the royal mast
topgallant sail
topgallant mast
— see sail illustration, ship illustration
b. : raised above the adjoining portions — used of a rail, bulwark, or deck
c. : such that topgallant sails may be used : fresh but light
topgallant breezes
2. : of the best or most excellent of its kind : very excellent : grand
II. noun
( -s )
1. : a topgallant mast or sail
2.
a. : something loftier or more elevated than others of its kind or other parts of the same structure
b. : the topmost point : pinnacle , summit