noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
far and away the best; commanding lead; cream of the crop
Slang abbreviation from 断然 (decisively) + トップ (top). Used to describe someone or something that is overwhelmingly number one or has a huge lead. Often used in rankings, competitions, and casual comparisons.
彼の実力はダントツだ。
His ability is far and away the best.
この店のラーメンがダントツで美味しい。
This shop's ramen is by far the most delicious.
He was far and away the top scorer on the test.
This ramen shop is by far the most popular place in town.
She won the marathon by a landslide.