top-of-the-line

adjective

ˈtäp-ə(v)-ṯẖə-ˈlīn How to pronounce top-of-the-line (audio)
Synonyms of top-of-the-linenext
: top-notch
especially : being or belonging to the highest or most expensive class
top-of-the-line camera equipment

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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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Ultra 3 Deal The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is one of the company's top-of-the-line wearables, designed for the most rugged and active users. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 9 Oct. 2026 But bidding shows that there are plenty of people out there willing to pay extra for the top-of-the-line ‘Vette. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2026 Composed of top-of-the-line cotton and swathed in a rich Ruby Red for fall, the zip-up also comes with a drawstring hood and channels an inherently nostalgic, Americana kind of energy. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026 Joel’s bike collection spans several decades and includes bikes manufactured by top-of-the-line makers like Ducati, BMW, Harley-Davidson, Triumph, Honda, Kawasaki, and Moto Guzzi. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2026 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

adjective
: top-notch
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