: top-notch
especially : being or belonging to the highest or most expensive class
top-of-the-line camera equipment

Examples of top-of-the-line in a Sentence

gourmet chefs who insist on top-of-the-line cookware and are willing to pay for it
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The Macomb Auto Theft Squad indicated each vehicle stolen or nearly stolen was a top-of-the-line model, according to Sheriff's Office spokesperson Jennifer Putney. Christina Hall, Freep.com, 23 Sep. 2025 Overall, the chipset is evenly matched against Intel’s top-of-the-line Core 9 Ultra 275HX and 285HX, and will make light work of even the most demanding CPU-intensive workflows. Mark Coppock, PC Magazine, 20 Sep. 2025 The theater offers top-of-the-line amenities that moviegoers want, including a Cinemark XD auditorium, Luxury Lounger recliners, D-BOX motion seats, and expanded food and beverage options including a bar. Amy Bentley, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025 The nearby kitchen is outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances, including a Lacanche range, a Sub-Zero fridge, and two Miele dishwashers. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for top-of-the-line

Word History

First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of top-of-the-line was in 1953

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“Top-of-the-line.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top-of-the-line. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.

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top-of-the-line

adjective
: top-notch
top-of-the-line camera equipment
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