countertop

noun

coun·​ter·​top ˈkau̇n-tər-ˌtäp 

: the flat working surface on top of waist-level kitchen cabinets

Examples of countertop in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Butcher block islands and countertops can go for $250-$2,000-plus, depending on the size. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 June 2025

The minimalist kitchen is an uncluttered space with white countertops, floating walnut cabinetry, a brick-tiled floor, Gaggenau appliances and a large pantry tucked just around the corner. —Sandra Barrera, Oc Register, 19 June 2025

Ooni Volt Indoor & Outdoor Pizza Oven $899 $629 Amazon $899 Ooni For those who can’t go without a fresh slice, help their transform his kitchen into a personal pizzeria with this electric countertop pizza oven. —Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 17 June 2025

After Jane shoved Combs’ head into a marble countertop and threw glass items at him, Combs chased her through the house, kicking down four locked doors. —Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 15 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

counter entry 1 + top entry 1

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for countertop

• barbershop
• lollipop
• mountaintop
• overtop
• photoshop
• tabletop
• turboprop
• atop
• backdrop
• backstop
• bebop
• blacktop

Kids Definition

countertop

noun

coun·​ter·​top ˈkau̇nt-ər-täp 

: the surface of waist-level kitchen cabinets used as a work area