countertop

[koun-ter-top]

noun

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

adjective

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

   a countertop microwave oven.

Word History and Origins

Origin of countertop¹

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

Example Sentences

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

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Add in the relentless current of over-consumption, and it’s easy to see how your pantry and countertops end up full of objects that promise delight but mostly collect dust.

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“The kitchen is a blank canvas,” she said of the all-white cabinets and countertops.

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“The level of zeolite dusting is similar to how you would dust a countertop with flour if you were rolling dough,” he said, noting he purchased zeolite in 25-pound tubs from Home Depot.

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This countertop infusion machine automates every step—drying, decarboxylation, and infusion—letting you infuse oils, butters, honeys, and more without the usual guesswork.

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