Phrase guide

top job

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The highest job in an organization.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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2

noun

Meaning 2

The highest job in an organization.

The role of president or prime minister in a government.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Topics: government, politics

Examples

  • That politician is running for top job.

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3

noun

Meaning 3

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see top, job.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Examples

  • She performed a top job in the assignment.

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History

Etymology

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