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Definition of topnotch

topnotch

/ˈtɑːpˌnɑːtʃ/
top · notch
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• adjective

1

Of the highest quality, standard, or degree of excellence.

Example

"The restaurant is known for its topnotch customer service and fresh local ingredients."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in early 19th-century American English from the phrase "top notch," referring to the highest mark or indentation on a measuring stick, scoreboard, or mechanical device.

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