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higher

British  
/ ˈhaɪə /

adjective

  1. the comparative of high

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

noun

    1. the advanced level of the Scottish Certificate of Education

    2. ( as modifier )

      Higher Latin

  1. a pass in a particular subject at Higher level

    she has four Highers

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Example Sentences

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Low hiring has historically correlated to a much higher unemployment rate than the U.S. is actually experiencing, about 4.4%.

From The Wall Street Journal

Those with higher incomes have continued to spend, buoyed by soaring financial markets that have boosted their sense of security, a reflection of the nation’s two-speed economy.

From The Wall Street Journal

This aggressive press helped Liverpool win the ball higher, but left them with fewer players deeper.

From BBC

Aside from the inconvenience, the costs are ultimately reflected in higher insurance premiums - and that affects all drivers.

From BBC

The 25-year-old tech engineer has been coached by his cousin, coaxing the kite higher and higher with a twitch of the string.

From BBC