countertop
noun
coun·ter·top
ˈkau̇n-tər-ˌtäp 
: the flat working surface on top of waist-level kitchen cabinets
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Other highlights include a living room warmed by a wood-burning fireplace, a dining space, and an eat-in kitchen with custom wood cabinetry, marble countertops, and Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances.
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 13 Apr. 2026
Avoid using countertops as drop zones for papers, electronics, or cleaning supplies to maintain order.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 13 Apr. 2026
Whole lemons can be stored on the countertop, but our experts prefer to keep their citrus in the refrigerator, which keeps them fresh longer.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 13 Apr. 2026
Place the cut leaf on a table or countertop for a couple of days.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 13 Apr. 2026
Avoid using countertops as drop zones for papers, electronics, or cleaning supplies to maintain order.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 13 Apr. 2026
Whole lemons can be stored on the countertop, but our experts prefer to keep their citrus in the refrigerator, which keeps them fresh longer.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 13 Apr. 2026
Place the cut leaf on a table or countertop for a couple of days.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
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“Countertop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/countertop. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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countertop
noun
coun·ter·top
ˈkau̇nt-ər-täp
: the surface of waist-level kitchen cabinets used as a work area
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