counter space

noun

: total flat surface area for preparing food in a kitchen
I wish my kitchen had more counter space.

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My favorite part is the counter space on top. Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026 Make the most of cabinet and counter space with adjustable bin organizers, a water bottle storage rack, and clear pantry bins, each for under $25. Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2025 Two-story Luxury Triangular Modular Frame Villa The first floor of the home boasts a full kitchen with plenty of counter space and storage, and while there’s space for a bed on the first floor, there’s also a second floor accessible by ladder with ample room for another bed. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2025 If counter space is too tight for a knife block, consider installing a magnetic holder. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for counter space

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“Counter space.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/counter%20space. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.

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