Definition

Relating to or located on a higher floor of a building.

Example

The bedroom is upstairs, while the living room is on the ground floor.

Conversation

Have you seen my book? I left it upstairs on my desk.

Oh, I think I saw it there when I was up there earlier.

Could you grab it for me when you go upstairs again?

Sure! I'll bring it down in a minute.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Upstair → The word is formed from "up" (meaning higher or above) and "stair" (from Old English *staer*, meaning a step or series of steps). The term "upstair" refers to a location that is higher up on a staircase or in a building.

Memory Tip

Think of going 'up' to a 'higher' level on the 'stairs' — that's what upstair means.

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