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

In a corner, at the end of a bar lined with whisky, is a one-pan burner, a griddle and a small countertop oven. — Elazar Sontag, Washington Post, 2 July 2026

The top-of-the-line chef’s kitchen sports metallic cabinetry paired with dark marble countertops and backsplashes. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 30 June 2026

White quartz countertops fit comfortably with a variety of other colors and designs in kitchens and bathrooms. — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 30 June 2026

Wash all food prep surfaces, including utensils, cutting boards and countertops, before and after use. — Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 2 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

counter entry 1 + top entry 1

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for countertop

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

Kids Definition

countertop

noun

coun·​ter·​top ˈkau̇nt-ər-täp 

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