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upon
/əˈpɒn/
[/əˈpɒn/]
on
Intermediatepreposition
Definition
On the top or surface of something; a more formal form of 'on'.
Example
The crown sat upon his head.
The crown sat upon his head.
Etymology
Formed from 'up' plus 'on' in Middle English.
How & Where It’s Used
More formal or literary than 'on'.
Literary Heritage
Famous in story openings like 'Once upon a time'.