top drawer

noun

Synonyms of top drawernext
: the highest level of society, authority, or excellence
top-drawer
ˈtäp-ˈdrȯ-ər How to pronounce top drawer (audio)
ˈtäp-ˈdrȯr
adjective

Examples of top drawer in a Sentence

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But with a deep storage drawer—only one—the top drawer is a false front to hide the plumbing fixtures, making any size bathroom a functional space to get ready or store essentials. Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 21 Apr. 2026 The backs have a large top drawer and three side drawers. Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 17 Feb. 2026 His eyes lit up, as if asked to present a thesis sitting in his top drawer. Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2026 It’s designed with two top drawers and two bottom compartments to easily store extra dinnerware, drinkware, and napkins, while keeping them out of sight. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for top drawer

Word History

First Known Use

1905, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of top drawer was in 1905

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“Top drawer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top%20drawer. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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