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

The entire store did a rehaul from the ground up — given that the only thing salvageable were the cement floors and the marble countertops. — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026

It is aimed at shoppers who want more on-device feedback and a more polished countertop setup. — Matt Emma, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026

Tall French doors open to a bright, airy kitchen outfitted with custom maple cabinetry, Italian marble countertops, an eat-in island, a wine fridge, and a La Cornue range. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2026

Eggs are famous for being fragile, cracking open at the slightest nudge against a countertop. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 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