Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

number-one

adjective
/ˌnʌmbər ˈwʌn/
Definition
The highest rank or position in a list or category.
Examples
  • She is the number-one player in the league.
  • This restaurant is my number-one choice for dinner.
  • He was ranked number-one in his class.
Meaning
Number-one refers to something that is in the first place, often used to indicate the top choice or the best in a ranking system.
Synonyms
  • top
  • first
  • leading
  • best