: 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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Portugal Wine Bar & Grill in Palm Coast got nods for offering top-notch customer service and crave-worthy seafood. Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025 Skiing is a major draw, given that ski-lift prices are surprisingly low, especially considering Swiss resorts’ expansive terrain and top-notch facilities. AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025 After several months, the quality is still top-notch. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Sep. 2025 That seven-bedroom spread included beach access, a pool, and a basketball court, among other top-notch amenities. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 Sep. 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 30 Sep. 2025.

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top-notch

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