high·erBrE /ˈhaɪə(r)/ 🔊NAmE /ˈhaɪər/ 🔊 adjective [only before noun] at a more advanced level; greater in rank or importance than others 高等级的；级别较高的；较重要的◆The case was referred to a higher court. 案件转到了上级法院。🔊🔊◆higher mathematics高等数学◆My mind was on higher things. 我那时想着更重要的事。🔊🔊
High·erBrE /ˈhaɪə(r)/ 🔊NAmE /ˈhaɪər/ 🔊 noun(in Scotland) an exam that was taken in a particular subject at a higher level than Standard Grade. Highers were usually taken around the age of 17 to 18. （苏格兰）学生高级证书考试（旧时采用，应试年龄一般在 17 至 18 岁） ➡ see also NQ