[f. prec. + -LY2.] In a topping manner; gallantly, splendidly; in excellent condition or health. ? Obs. or dial.
a. 1739. Jarvis, Quix., II. III. xviii. I mean to marry her toppingly when she least thinks of it.
1828. Craven Gloss., Toppingly, excellently.
1829. Brockett, N. C. Words, Toppenly, in good health. ‘He’s toppenly to day.’
So Toppingness.
1890. [see TOPPING ppl. a. 4].
