: of the highest quality : first-rate
a top-notch work
topnotcher noun

Examples of top-notch in a Sentence

a top-notch violinist who had no trouble getting a position with the symphony
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For your resident brownie lover, pair some top-notch baking chocolate with a pan that guarantees crispy edges and chewy middles for every brownie in the batch. Alaina Chou, Bon Appétit, 21 Nov. 2024 With many patients traveling to Turkey from parts of Europe and the Middle East, Aslı seems to be an easy choice due to the clinic’s customizable approach, top-notch care standards, and warm accommodations. Kyle J. Russell, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024 Not that the only charms are seen by sea: Tasmania has a rich Aboriginal history, as well as a growing art scene and top-notch wineries. Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2024 This holiday season, elevate your gift-giving game with some seriously top-notch products from Flamingo Estate. Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for top-notch 

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of top-notch was in 1869

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“Top-notch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top-notch. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

top-notch

adjective
-ˈnäch
: of the highest quality : first-rate
a top-notch performance
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