Meaning & use

countertop

noun·Everyday

A flat, durable surface on top of kitchen or bathroom cabinets, used for food preparation or storage.

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She quickly wiped down the countertop after chopping the vegetables.

The new granite countertop added a sleek, modern look to the kitchen.

A note on using this word

Countertop is the standard American English term, while worktop is more common in British English.

Words with a similar meaning

counterworktop

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