: 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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The Rays potentially have an elite starting rotation, a top-notch bullpen and enough defense and speed to contend in the American League East. John Romano, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025 The fried chicken, the ribs, the sides — everything was top-notch. Tamia Boyd, Charlotte Observer, 17 Mar. 2025 And the school’s academic offerings are top-notch quality, too. Rick Armstrong, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025 With an entrepreneurial background, Mr. Mays ensures that Eye Centers of Tennessee provides top-notch customer service so that all patients have the best experience possible. Jennifer Pierce, USA TODAY, 16 Mar. 2025 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 22 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

top-notch

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