countertop
noun
coun·ter·top
ˈkau̇n-tər-ˌtäp 
: the flat working surface on top of waist-level kitchen cabinets
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The kitchen showcases three large pantries for storage and prep work, under-counter refrigerator drawers, a six-burner Wolf range, long and sleek granite countertops.
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David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 Mar. 2025
The kitchen has granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, including an induction range.
—Angela Serratore, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
Faux marble countertops may look nice from a distance but can easily scratch, while luxury vinyl plank instead of real hardwood flooring is durable yet toxic.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 23 Mar. 2025
This four-piece nesting basket set makes storage a breeze and is stylish enough to be left out on countertops.
—Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
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David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 Mar. 2025
The kitchen has granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, including an induction range.
—Angela Serratore, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
Faux marble countertops may look nice from a distance but can easily scratch, while luxury vinyl plank instead of real hardwood flooring is durable yet toxic.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 23 Mar. 2025
This four-piece nesting basket set makes storage a breeze and is stylish enough to be left out on countertops.
—Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
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countertop
noun
coun·ter·top
ˈkau̇nt-ər-täp
: the surface of waist-level kitchen cabinets used as a work area
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