名 upper levels; upper layer; upper strata (opp. 下层): |
| 走上层路线 take the upper-level line—get things done through the personal influence of the higher-ups |
| 上层分子 members of the upper strata; upper-class elements |
| 上层领导 leadership at the upper levels |
| 上层人士 upper circles |
| 上层社会 upper strata of society; upper-class society |