flattop

noun

flat·​top ˈflat-ˌtäp How to pronounce flattop (audio)
: something with a flat or flattened upper surface: such as
b
: a modified crew cut

Examples of flattop in a Sentence

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Passing a Miami Grill, formerly Miami Subs, brings nostalgia lightning strikes on South Floridians who remember flattops, Cross Colours pants and Color Me Badd. David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 25 July 2025 That means that the other 10 flattops — three which are based in San Diego — could be deployed for longer periods. Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2025 Think beyond basic omelets or hibachi night with our Test Kitchen’s creative ideas for putting your flattop to work. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2025 The only good news is that the most recent delays shouldn't further impact the next two Ford-class flattops. Peter Suciu, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for flattop

Word History

First Known Use

1940, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of flattop was in 1940

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“Flattop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flattop. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.

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flattop

noun
flat·​top ˈflat-ˌtäp How to pronounce flattop (audio)
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