ranking Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun position on a scale in relation to others in a sport
  2. verb take or have a position relative to others
    rank.
    • This painting ranks among the best in the Western World
  3. verb assign a rank or rating to
    grade; range; rank; rate; place; order.
    • how would you rank these students?
    • The restaurant is rated highly in the food guide
  4. verb take precedence or surpass others in rank
    outrank; rank.
  5. adjective satellite having a higher rank
    higher-ranking; superior.
    • superior officer

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