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Meaning of "countertop" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF COUNTERTOP

countertop  [ˈkaʊntətɒp] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF COUNTERTOP

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preposition
conjunction
determiner
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Countertop is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES COUNTERTOP MEAN IN ENGLISH?

countertop

Countertop

Countertop (also counter top, counter, benchtop, (British English) worktop, or (Australian English) kitchen bench) usually refers to a horizontal worksurface in kitchens or other food preparation areas, bathrooms or lavatories, and workrooms in general. It is frequently installed upon and supported by cabinets. The surface is positioned at an ergonomic height for the user and the particular task for which it is designed. A countertop may be constructed of various materials with different attributes of functionality, durability, and aesthetics. The countertop may have built-in applicances, or accessory items relative to the intended application. In Australian English, the term counter is generally reserved for a surface of this type that forms a boundary between a space for public use and a space for workers to carry out service tasks. In other contexts, the term bench or benchtop is used.

Definition of countertop in the English dictionary

The definition of countertop in the dictionary is kitchen work surface.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH COUNTERTOP


atop
əˈtɒp
blacktop
ˈblækˌtɒp
cooktop
ˈkʊkˌtɒp
desktop
ˈdɛskˌtɒp
hardtop
ˈhɑːdˌtɒp
hilltop
ˈhɪltɒp
laptop
ˈlæpˌtɒp
nonstop
ˈnɒnˈstɒp
open-top
ˈəʊpənˌtɒp
out-top
ˌaʊtˈtɒp
over-the-top
ˌəʊvəðəˈtɒp
ragtop
ˈræɡtɒp
ripstop
ˈrɪpˌstɒp
rooftop
ˈruːfˌtɒp
shortstop
ˈʃɔːtˌstɒp
stop
stɒp
stovetop
ˈstəʊvˌtɒp
tiptop
ˌtɪpˈtɒp
top
tɒp
treetop
ˈtriːtɒp

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE COUNTERTOP

countersue
countersuit
countersunk
countertactic
countertendency
countertenor
counterterror
counterterrorism
counterthreat
counterthrust
countertrade
countertrend
countertype
countervail
countervailable
countervailing
countervailing duty
counterview
counterviolence
counterweigh

WORDS THAT END LIKE COUNTERTOP

big top
bikini top
bus stop
cartop
crop top
f-stop
flat top
netop
one-stop
over the top
overtop
pit stop
red-top
soft top
T-stop
table top
tank top
transit stop
tube top
up top

Synonyms and antonyms of countertop in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «countertop» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF COUNTERTOP

Find out the translation of countertop to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of countertop from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «countertop» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

台面
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

encimera
570 millions of speakers

English

countertop
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

countertop
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

كونترتوب
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

столешницы
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

bancada
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

কাউন্টারটপ
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

comptoir
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Countertop
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Arbeitsplatte
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

カウンター
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

조리대
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Countertop
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

quầy
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

ஆயத்த
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

काउंटरटॉप
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

tezgah
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

controsoffitto
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

blat
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

стільниці
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

blat
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

πάγκο
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

countertop
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

countertop
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

countertop
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of countertop

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «COUNTERTOP»

The term «countertop» is quite widely used and occupies the 24.796 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «COUNTERTOP» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about countertop

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «COUNTERTOP»

Discover the use of countertop in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to countertop and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Complete Photo Guide To Home Repair: With 350 Projects ...
Also allow for V16" gap where the countertop butts against appliances. Lav the new countertop facedown on a flat worksurface, and use a jig saw to cut it to length (photo G). Clamp a straightedge in place to use as a cutting guide. If the saw ...
Creative Publishing International, 2004
2
Home Improvement 1-2-3
Novice 12 hrs. VARIABLES: Installation time depends on the length and shape of the counter. If your cabinets have lived on long after your countertop died, it's possible to fix the problem without ditching the cabinets. As always, there's a catch: ...
Home Depot (Firm), 2003
3
The Complete Photo Guide to Home Improvement: Over 1700 ...
A post- form laminate countertop is created by heating and bending laminate over curved particleboard to create a seamless counter- and-backsplash unit. Countertop manufacturers and suppliers offer countertop sections in a wide range of ...
‎2001
4
Residential Wiring: An Introductory Approach
KEY TERMS Wall countertop space Wall space that is locatec above countertops. Countertop wall space is measured horizontally along the wall where it meets the countertop. The NEC® refers to wall countertop space as the space above ...
Wayne Sorge, 2004
5
NEC Q and A: Questions and Answers on the National ...
For countertops that sit against a wall, the width of a countertop is the dimension parallel to the wall, and is measured in the same manner as the cabinets that usually support a countertop. Unless a countertop turns a corner and continues ...
Noel Williams, Jeffrey S. Sargent, 2007
6
Concrete Countertops: Designs, Forms, and Finishes for the ...
From designing and forming to coloring, troweling, and curing, this comprehensive guide explores one of the newest trends in home design--concrete countertops. 350 color photos. Illustrations.
Fu-Tung Cheng, 2002
7
Residential Construction Academy: Carpentry
If a backsplash is used, rip a 4-inch-wide length of 3⁄4-inch stock the same length as the countertop. Use lumber for the backsplash, if lengths over 8 feet are required, to eliminate joints. The backsplash is fastened on top of and flush with the ...
Floyd Vogt, 2011
8
National Electrical Code 2008
Receptacles installed in a kitchen to serve countertop surfaces shall be supplied by not fewer than two small-appliance branch circuits, either or both of which shall also be permitted to supply receptacle outlets in the same kitchen and in other ...
‎2007
9
Residential Code of New York State, 2010 Edition
Receptacles installed in a kitchen to serve countertop surfaces shall be supplied by not less than two small-appliance branch circuits, either or both of which shall also be permitted to supply receptacle outlets in the same kitchen and in other ...
ICC/New York, 2010
10
Carpentry
/WALL BACKSPLASH\ TOP LAYER OF COUNTERTOP ATTACH BACKSPLASH TO COUNTERTOP. to make the surfaces smooth. Frames are then attached to the mounting rails using glue and pocket screws from the back side. Mounting rails ...
Floyd Vogt, 2013

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «COUNTERTOP»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term countertop is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Plan to age in place? Start early and spread out reno expenses
Consider that granite countertop. A shiny surface is tough on aging eyes. But by hiring someone to grind it down and seal it – called a honed ... «The Globe and Mail, Jul 15»
2
DC's Ben's Chili Bowl appears to distance itself from Bill Cosby
It was placed, however, in a less conspicuous spot behind the original 1958 countertop that still runs the length of the U Street diner. «Washington Post, Jul 15»
3
Poll: Are Single-Use Kitchen Appliances Worthless?
This month, Japanese minimalist retailer Muji is launching three new plug-in countertop appliances for the American market. With their ultra ... «Curbed NOLA, Jul 15»
4
Kitchen aid
We now use my work bench as a countertop for preparing salads, and on the front of the Prius we marinate meat for the barbecue—unless it ... «Greensburg Daily News, Jul 15»
5
Clueless Cam learns flavor tricks
Here's a tip: Place a couple damp paper towels between the cutting board and countertop to prevent the board from slipping around. (Photo: ... «Pacific Daily News, Jul 15»
6
'Can do' attitude works for Port Clinton man
... projects such as replacing the kitchen sink and countertop, installing new front and back doors, and even replacing electrical switches. «Port Clinton News Herald, Jul 15»
7
Livingston Salvation Army sets July fundraiser
Individuals can can support the campaign by contributing to countertop Red Kettles, available this month at Livingston County businesses. «Livingston Daily, Jul 15»
8
Hot Stocks News Alert: Petróleo Brasileiro SA – Petrobras, (NYSE …
... home office, and home entertainment applications; and kitchen countertops, and integrated bathroom vanity and countertop solutions. «wsnewspublishers, Jul 15»
9
Sake Lounge practices the art of sushi in Olathe
The full bar is topped with a glowing red countertop, kaleidoscopic art adorns the walls and jellyfish-shaped pendant lights give off mellow ... «Kansas City Star, Jul 15»
10
What the shuck? Oyster cart opens in the Old Port
Once newly pried, Parsons tucks the gleaming gems into a wooden tray or slides them into indentations on his custom countertop. Yes this is ... «Bangor Daily News, Jul 15»

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