top-notcher

English

Etymology

top-notch +‎ -er

Noun

top-notcher (plural top-notchers)

1. (colloquial) Something excellent or first-rate.
2. (dated, especially US) A person regarded as the best in an activity or occupation.
   • 1912, Victor Appleton, Tom Swift in Captivity, page 140:

     "I don't know, but he must be a top-notcher. I wonder what will happen to us?"

3. (currently, Philippines) Someone who finishes, or is listed by name, first.