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Definition of countertop

countertop

/ˈkaʊn.tɚ.tɑːp/
coun · ter · top

Plural:countertops
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countertop Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

North American A flat, horizontal upper surface of a counter or base cabinet, especially in a kitchen, bathroom, or work area.

Example

"She wiped down the granite countertop after chopping the vegetables for dinner."

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• adjective

1

North American Designed to be placed or used on top of a kitchen counter rather than built into cabinetry or standing on the floor.

Example

"They bought a compact countertop dishwasher for their small studio apartment."

Word Nuance & Usage

Primarily used in North American English; in British English, the equivalent kitchen surface is typically called a 'worktop' or 'work surface'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Countertop. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/countertop
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