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note

verb
\ ˈnōt How to pronounce note (audio) \
noted; noting

Definition of note

 (Entry 1 of 2)

transitive verb

1a : to notice or observe with care … instructors had noted that he did not perform well under pressure.— Stephan Wilkinson
b : to record or preserve in writing The detective noted the details of the witness's account of the robbery.
2a : to make special mention of or remark on The commendation notes the bravery of the fire fighter.
b : indicate, show Records fail to note what became of him.

note

noun

Definition of note (Entry 2 of 2)

1a(1) obsolete : melody, song
(2) : tone sense 2a
(3) : call, sound especially : the musical call of a bird
b : a written symbol used to indicate duration and pitch of a tone by its shape and position on the staff
2a : a characteristic feature (as of odor or flavor)
b : something (such as an emotion or disposition) like a note in tone or resonance a note of sadness end on a high note
3a(1) : memorandum
(2) : a condensed or informal record
b(1) : a brief comment or explanation
(2) : a printed comment or reference set apart from the text
c(1) : a written promise to pay a debt
(2) : a piece of paper money
(3) : a government or corporate bond usually with a maturity of between two and ten years
d(1) : a short informal letter
(2) : a formal diplomatic communication
e : a scholarly or technical essay shorter than an article and restricted in scope
f : a sheet of notepaper
4a : distinction, reputation a figure of international note
b : observation, notice took full note of the proceedings
c : knowledge, information

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Noun

note 1b

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Verb

noter noun

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Noun

sign, mark, token, note, symptom mean a discernible indication of what is not itself directly perceptible. sign applies to any indication to be perceived by the senses or the reason. encouraging signs for the economy mark suggests something impressed on or inherently characteristic of a thing often in contrast to general outward appearance. a mark of a good upbringing token applies to something that serves as a proof of something intangible. this gift is a token of our esteem note suggests a distinguishing mark or characteristic. a note of irony in her writing symptom suggests an outward indication of an internal change or condition. rampant crime is a symptom of that city's decay

Examples of note in a Sentence

Verb

 You may have noted my late arrival. The thing to note here is that people are suffering. It's interesting to note how quickly things have changed. Their objections were duly noted. As one official noted, the situation has begun to get out of control. As noted above most people survive the disease. “They've asked us to leave,” he noted with amusement.

Noun

 She wrote a note to remind herself about the appointment. I left you a note on the kitchen table. making notes in the margins of a book She jotted down a few notes during the interview. After class, I usually study my notes and read the next chapter. I can't come to class today. Would you mind taking notes for me? His secretary took notes during our meeting. Please include a brief note about where the picture was taken. He writes in the program notes that the play was inspired by his own childhood. One final note: tickets will be available at the door the night of the concert.
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 Also worth noting here, August 18 — the day of the $40K fine — was the day that Raiders GM Mike Mayock publicly called for Antonio Brown to show up for work. — Jon Becker, The Mercury News, "Raiders could suspend, release Antonio Brown and save $30 million," 5 Sep. 2019 Adrover noted recently on a phone call from his hometown. — Vogue, "It’s Been 20 Years Since Miguel Adrover Disrupted NYFW—8 Ways That He Was Ahead of His Time," 4 Sep. 2019 The case report notes that, aside from ARFID, nutritional optic neuropathy can be caused by drugs and a combination of poor diet and alcohol use or smoking. — Maggie O'neill, Health.com, "A Teenage Boy Went Blind After Eating French Fries Everyday. How Does That Happen?," 4 Sep. 2019 Also worth noting: Wilson basically was only touched once by Toledo’s pass rush. — Gentry Estes, The Courier-Journal, "Led by Terry Wilson, Kentucky football's passing game wakes up at just the right time," 31 Aug. 2019 One thing worth noting about that group: Only Cutler had a losing record. — Nat Newell, Indianapolis Star, "Why Jacoby Brissett is capable of being the Colts starting quarterback," 29 Aug. 2019 The parents of both Auer and Lama had released statements on social media, noting the love and passion both men had for climbing, but remained out of contact with the public. — Nick Heil, Outside Online, "The Tragedy on Howse Peak," 28 Aug. 2019 Rocha said the event will be fine without the fee waiver, noting that organizers have secured sponsorship with major corporations and businesses as well as three area hotels. — Jeff Forward, Houston Chronicle, "Woodlands board denies waiving fees for annual LGBT Pride event," 23 Aug. 2019 Margarita Plavunova, 25, suffered cardiac arrest during her run, The Sun reported Thursday, noting that local media reports are claiming her intense training schedule may have been to blame for her sudden death. — Fox News, "Russian model, track athlete found dead on roadside after going for run," 23 Aug. 2019

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

 The verdict came about a half-hour after jurors sent out a note saying they were confused by the state’s self-defense law. — Washington Post, "Florida man convicted in parking lot shooting of black man," 24 Aug. 2019 After more than five hours, the six-member panel sent out a note saying they were confused by the state's self-defense law. — CBS News, "J

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