Noun
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Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978)
- c. h. best - charles herbert best -
the person who is most outstanding or excellent
someone who tops all others
"he could beat the best of them"
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the supreme effort one can make
"they did their best"
Verb
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get the better of
"the goal was to best the competition"
Adjective
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(comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable
"it would be better to speak to him"
"the White House thought it best not to respond"
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(superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities
"the best film of the year"
"the best solution"
"the best time for planting"
"wore his best suit"
Adverb
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from a position of superiority or authority
"father knows best"
"I know better."
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it would be sensible
"you'd best stay at home"
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in a most excellent way or manner
"he played best after a couple of martinis"