notch
noun
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Definition of notch
(Entry 1 of 2)
notch
verb
notched;
notching;
notches
Definition of notch (Entry 2 of 2)
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: to cut or make a notch in
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Other Words from notch
Noun
notched
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adjective
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adjective
Synonyms for notch
Synonyms: Noun
chip, hack, indent, indentation, indenture, kerf, nick
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Examples of notch in a Sentence
Noun
Cut small notches at the corners of the fabric. The tool has a notch for prying out nails. The town is on the other side of the notch. They turned the volume up several notches.Verb
Notch the ends so that they fit together. He notched his fifth victory this year.
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
Sign up for our daily newsletter and never miss our latest and greatest stories Design The launch of Apple’s iPhone X brought face recognition, animoji, and the notch into the mainstream. — Klint Finley, WIRED, "Trump Delays Tariffs on Smartphones and Laptops," 13 Aug. 2019 Google has done away with the Pixel 3 XL’s ugly notch in favor of a less-unsightly strip above the screen containing its new motion-sensing radar called Soli. — Michael Simon, PCWorld, "Google just revealed that you won’t have to touch the Pixel 4 to use or unlock it," 29 July 2019 The Franconia Notch Recreation Path and the Pemi Trail crisscross through the campground, so hikers have easy access to moderate hiking routes, and the more ambitious can tackle portions of the Appalachian Trail — which also runs through the notch. — Washington Post, "The country’s eight most beautiful campgrounds," 12 July 2019 Taking it up a notch, this fabulous open-air eatery is now open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. — Bob Rountree, sun-sentinel.com, "Florida Keys: Road food landmarks on the Overseas Highway," 1 Aug. 2019 And take it up a notch from the sidewalk or backyard tables: Two favorite rooftop patios in St. Paul are at Ox Cart in Lowertown and the Lexington at Grand and Lexington avenues. — Kathy Berdan, Twin Cities, "It’s not over yet! 19 things to do in summer 2019," 5 July 2019 Having spoken out about politics for the first time in a public and influential endorsement, the singer is taking things up a notch. — Alexis Jones, Marie Claire, "Taylor Swift Donated More Than $100k to Fight These Disgusting Anti-LGBTQ Bills," 9 Apr. 2019 Most of all — keyboard aside — the overall design and quality of the hardware is top-notch. — Dieter Bohn, The Verge, "Apple MacBook Air (2019) review: the new normal," 17 July 2019 The wrestling itself was top-notch, closing with an emotional main event victory for the Young Bucks over Cody and Dustin Rhodes. — Jay Reddick, orlandosentinel.com, "AEW Fight for the Fallen: Young Bucks defeat Rhodes brothers in emotional main event," 14 July 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
Clark scored 15 goals and notched 13 assists in his MLS career, which included four seasons with the Colorado Rapids, three with the Houston Dynamo and one with the L.A. Galaxy. — Matt Young, Houston Chronicle, "Former Dynamo player Colin Clark dead at 35," 27 Aug. 2019 Van Egmond has played eight games for the Pride this season, notching one assist. — Julia Poe, Pro Soccer USA, "Pride midfielder Emily van Egmond set for season-ending ankle surgery," 17 Aug. 2019 Lambert's already making himself known with the Reggae Boyz and notched an assist in Jamaica’s 1-0 defeat of the U.S. in Wednesday’s friendly. — Jenna Ortiz, azcentral, "Phoenix Rising FC continue hot streak with blowout of Tulsa Roughnecks FC," 7 June 2019 Target notched its biggest-ever gain, while Lowe's had its best day in more than a year, leading a broad rally in companies that rely on consumer spending. — Alex Veiga, Anchorage Daily News, "U.S. stocks climb after major retailers post solid earnings," 21 Aug. 2019 Curry, who notched top-four finishes in the event in 2013 and 2017, got off to a relatively slow start but enjoyed a Sunday surge into a seventh-place tie with former NHL star Jeremy Roenick. — Des Bieler, courant.com, "Tony Romo is the greatest in his sport. That sport being celebrity golf, of course.," 15 July 2019 Gomez, who notched 13 goals and five assists last season, after scoring 19 the season before, has recently been on international duty with Uruguay at the Copa America. — SI.com, "West Ham Set to Land Club-Record £45m Maxi Gomez as Forward 'Turns Down Champions League'," 8 July 2019 Kessel, who has notched six 30-goal seasons throughout his career, just may be the Coyotes’ most significant acquisition since trading for Jeremy Roenick in 1996. — Richard Morin, azcentral, "Phil Kessel could change everything for the Arizona Coyotes," 1 July 2019 Gustavo Bou’s spot kick in the 16th minute was the difference for the Xoloitzcuintles in a 1-0 victory, who notched their second shutout win in as many games in their preparations for next month’s start of the Liga MX season. — Scott French, latimes.com, "OCSC falls to Club Tijuana in exhibition match," 27 June 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'notch.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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notch
noun
English Language Learners Definition of notch
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a small cut that is shaped like a V and that is made on an edge or a surface
US
: a narrow passage between mountains
: a slightly higher or lower level in a series of levels that measure something
notch
verbEnglish Language Learners Definition of notch (Entry 2 of 2)
: to make a small cut in (something, such as wood) : to make a notch in (something)
informal
: to achieve or get (something)