treetop

noun

tree·​top ˈtrē-ˌtäp 

1

: the topmost part of a tree

2

treetops plural : the height or line marked by the tops of a group of trees

Examples of treetop in a Sentence

a view from the highest treetop

Recent Examples on the Web

At another point in the video, a giraffe appears, reaching for a treetop, while there's also footage of a civet enjoying a snack and a porcupine displaying its quills. —Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025

The primary suite comes equipped with a modern fireplace and a luxurious bathroom with vaulted ceilings, treetop views, a massive glass-walled shower for two, and a soaking tub. —Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 31 Jan. 2025

Often found high in the treetops of forests in Asia, Africa and South America, monkeys can be difficult to spot. —Tracy Scott Forson, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Mar. 2025

Farragut State Park on the southern end of Lake Pend Oreille has cabins and campsites (from $48), a treetop adventure course, and access to 45 miles of trails for biking and hiking. —Megan Michelson, Outside Online, 26 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for treetop

• atop
• backdrop
• backstop
• bebop
• blacktop
• bookshop
• clatsop
• desktop
• eavesdrop
• estop
• hardtop
• hilltop

Kids Definition

treetop

noun

tree·​top ˈtrē-ˌtäp 

1

: the highest part of a tree

2

plural : the height or line marked by the tops of a group of trees