Definition of 'lower'

See also: low 

Noun

1. the lower of two berths
      Synonyms: lower berth

Verb

1. move something or somebody to a lower position; "take down the vase from the shelf"
      Synonyms: take down let down get down bring down
      Antonyms: raise lift elevate get up bring up
2. set lower; "lower a rating"; "lower expectations"
      Synonyms: lour
3. cause to drop or sink; "The lack of rain had depressed the water level in the reservoir"
      Synonyms: depress
4. make lower or quieter; "turn down the volume of a radio"
      Synonyms: turn down lour
5. look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval
      Synonyms: frown glower lour

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