countertop

American  

[koun-ter-top] / ˈkaʊn tərˌtɒp /

noun

1. a counter, as in a kitchen, especially when covered with a heat- and stain-resistant material.

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adjective

1. designed to fit or be used on a countertop.

   a countertop microwave oven.

Etymology

Origin of countertop

First recorded in 1895–1900; counter ¹ + top ¹

Example Sentences

In 1967, a household countertop microwave made its debut; it cost less than $500.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

In the kitchen, dozens of supplement bottles line the countertop, each promising a different type of nutritional benefit.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

The master bathroom is the epitome of elegance as it boasts marble countertop vanities, a large soaking tub, and a glass-enclosed shower.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 12, 2026

Social media accounts indicate Robinson's father runs a kitchen countertop and cabinet installation business, while his mother is a social worker.

From BBC • Sep. 12, 2025

A sofa and a couple of chairs are clustered on one side of the room, opposite a kitchenette with mismatched cups drying on the countertop.

From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse