noun-modifying (irregular)
upper; upward
Prenominal use meaning 'upper' or 'upward', often in compound terms like アッパーキャビネット (upper cabinet).
I store dishes in the upper cabinet.
Refers to the part of a shoe above the sole; a technical term in shoemaking and footwear.
The upper of this sneaker is made of mesh material.
Abbreviation of アッパーカット; used in boxing and combat sports.
See also: アッパーカット
He knocked out his opponent with a powerful uppercut.
Colloquial term for a stimulant drug; often contrasted with ダウナー (downer/depressant).
See also: ダウナー
Stimulant-type drugs are said to be highly addictive.
The boxer threw an uppercut to his opponent's chin.
The upper of this shoe has torn.
He used an upper to stay up all night.