[Idiom] A CUT ABOVE. - Understanding Terms of Excellence and Quality
A cut above.
Superior quality.
When something is described as 'a cut above,' it signifies that it is of a higher quality or better than the others. The metaphor here is drawn from the idea of someone cutting through a piece of fabric or meat and finding the top layer to be superior. This idiom is often used to highlight exceptional performance, quality, or characteristics in comparison with others.
Example Sentences
Her skills make her a cut above the rest.
Her skills make her superior to others.
The new model is a cut above its competitors.
The new model is superior to its competitors.
With his talent, he is a cut above in his field.
With his talent, he is exceptionally better in his field.