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   notch

   /nɒtʃ/

   noun

   • 1. an indentation or incision on an edge or surface: "there was a notch in the end of the arrow for the bowstring"
   • ▪ each of a series of holes for the tongue of a buckle: "he tightened his belt an extra notch"
   • ▪ a nick made on something in order to keep a score or record: "the notches in the rail represent the number of bear sightings we have in a year" Similar nickcutmarkincisionscorescratchgashslitsnickslotgougegroovefurrowcleftindentationdent
   • ▪ a point or degree in a scale: "her opinion of Nicole dropped a few notches" Similar degreesteplevelrungpointmarkmeasuregradegradationstage
   • 2. a deep, narrow mountain pass. North American

   verb

   • 1. make notches in: "he notched the stick at each end"
   • ▪ secure or insert by means of notches: "she notched her belt tighter"
   • 2. score or achieve (something): "he notched up fifteen years' service with the company"

   Word Origin mid 16th century: probably from Anglo-Norman French noche, variant of Old French osche, of unknown origin.

   Derivatives

   • 1. notcher noun

   Scrabble Points: 10

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishNOTCH | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   NOTCH definition: 1. a V-shaped cut in a hard surface: 2. a hole or mark on the edge of a body part: 3. an…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of NOTCH is a V-shaped indentation. How to use notch in a sentence. Did you know?

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   Notch definition: an angular or V-shaped cut, indentation, or slit in an object, surface, or edge.. See examples of NOTCH used in a sentence.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishNOTCH definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   A notch is a small V-shaped or circular cut in the surface or edge of something. They cut notches in the handle of their pistol for each man they shot. [ + in] 4. See also top-notch. Phrasal verbs: See notch up. More Synonyms of notch. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers. You may also like. Collins.

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   Define notch. notch synonyms, notch pronunciation, notch translation, English dictionary definition of notch. n. 1. a. A V-shaped cut. b. Such a cut used for keeping a record. 2. A narrow pass between mountains. 3. Informal A level or degree: a notch or two higher...

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   A notch is a small cut or nick in something. People make notches to keep track of things. If you've even seen a little U-shaped or V-shaped cut in something, you've seen a notch.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishNOTCH | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   NOTCH definition: 1. a level of quality or amount: 2. a cut in the shape of the letter V on the edge or surface of…. Learn more.

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   notch up / down, to move up or down or increase or decrease by notches or degrees: The temperature has notched up another degree.

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    Definition of notch noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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    A complete guide to the word "NOTCH": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.