Phrase guide

top billing

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The most prominent name on lists of cast and crew, or in advertising.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable, usually

Topics: broadcasting, entertainment, film, lifestyle, media, television, theater

Examples

  • She had top billing on the past three films.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: star billing, topline

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A position of prominence.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: figuratively, uncountable, usually

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

noun

Meaning 3

the advertisement of a star's name at the top of a theatrical poster

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: ad, advertisement, advertizement, advertising, advertizing, advert

History

Etymology

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