1. the upper part of a ship’s hull above the waterline
Usage: nautical
2. a lean cut of beef from the inner part of the round
Usage: culinary

1. on or to the upper deck of a ship
Usage: nautical

Examples

• The ship’s topsides were painted bright white.
• Barnacles had attached themselves to the vessel’s topsides.
• The butcher recommended topsides for a slow-cooked roast.
• Topsides is a popular cut for making corned beef.
• The captain called all hands topsides for inspection.
• We went topsides to watch the sunset over the ocean.
• The crew was ordered topsides to secure the rigging.