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benchtop

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The surface of a bench or workbench.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: attributive, often

Examples

  • benchtop laboratory equipment

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A kitchen counter.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Australia, New-Zealand

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: bench

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From bench + top.