: of the highest quality : first-rate
a top-notch work
topnotcher noun

Examples of top-notch in a Sentence

a top-notch violinist who had no trouble getting a position with the symphony
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As much as the camp is an attraction in its own right, the safari experience is also top-notch, especially for first-timers hoping to see some of South Africa’s most iconic animals. Heather Richardson, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2025 Chiefs of Staff At Work, On The Golf Course Their skill set, in fact, is similar in many respects to a top-notch golf caddy’s. Julia Dhar, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025 As always, the distance running depth in Colorado is top-notch. Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 14 May 2025 But this is a Yeti cooler, so top-notch insulation is just the start. Outside Online, 12 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for top-notch

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of top-notch was in 1869

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“Top-notch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top-notch. Accessed 22 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

top-notch

adjective
-ˈnäch
: of the highest quality : first-rate
a top-notch performance
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