Physically over; on top of; worn on top of, as clothing. first attested before 1150.
In or to a higher place; higher than; on or over the upper surface. first attested before 1150
Farther north than. first attested before 1150
Rising; appearing out of reach height-wise. first attested around 1150–1350
Higher than; superior to in any respect; surpassing; higher in measure, degree, volume, or pitch, etc. than; out of reach; not exposed to; not likely to be affected by; incapable of negative actions or thoughts. first attested around 1150–1350
Higher in rank, status, or position. first attested around 1150–1350
In addition to; besides. first attested around 1150–1350
Surpassing in number or quantity; more than. first attested around 1350–1470
In preference to.
Too proud to stoop to; averse to; disinclined; too honorable to give.
Beyond; on the other side.
Upstage of.
Directly overhead; vertically on top of. first attested before 1150.
Higher in the same page; earlier in the order as far as writing products go. first attested before 1150.
Into or from heaven; in the sky. first attested around 1150–1350
In a higher place; upstairs; farther upstream. first attested around 1150–1350
Higher in rank, power, or position. first attested around 1150–1350
In addition. first attested around 1150–1350
More in number. first attested around 1350–1470
On the upper half or the dorsal surface of an animal.
Of heaven; heavenly. first attested around (1150 to 1350).
Heaven. first attested around 1150–1350
Something, especially a person's name in legal documents, that appears higher on the same page or on a preceding page.
Higher authority.
betterment, raised status or condition.
