upper · adj
have the upper hand
C2 to be in a stronger position than someone else so that you control a situation
Dictionary examples:
Government troops are gradually gaining the upper hand over the rebels. (64.7)
upper
B1 at a higher position or level than something else
Dictionary examples:
The upper floor of our office is where all the fun happens. (0.0)
My cat thinks he's the king of the upper bunk bed. (0.0)
My dog thinks the upper part of the sofa is his throne. (0.0)
the upper lip/body (30.7)
The office building's upper floors were being repainted. (63.1)