As a Noun: 1. The measurement from the bottom to the top of a person or thing, especially when that distance is thought to be great or above the average. English = height, tallness. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. Of people or things, to measure a great or above average distance from the bottom to the top. English = (be) tall, (be) high. 2. To become higher or taller. 3. To move upwards to a higher location. 4. To move into or be located at an important or high ranking position in an organisation.