ta·ble·top

(tā′bəl-tŏp′)

The flat surface of a table.

adj.

Made or designed for use on the top of a table: a tabletop copier; tabletop art.

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tabletop

(ˈteɪbəlˌtɒp)

the flat upper surface of a table

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ta•ble•top

(ˈteɪ bəlˌtɒp)

n.

1. a surface forming or suggesting the top of a table.

adj.

2. intended for use on a tabletop.

[1800–10]

ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:

Noun

tabletop - the top horizontal work surface of a table

countertop - the top side of a counter

table - a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs; "it was a sturdy table"

work surface - a horizontal surface for supporting objects used in working or playing games

Translations

tabletop

[ˈteɪbltɒp]

A. N → tablero m de la mesa

B. CPD tabletop games NPL → juegos mpl de mesa

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