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Notch

/nɒtʃ/

A V-shaped cut.

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📖 Definitions of "Notch"

noun

1
A V-shaped cut.
2
An indentation.
3
A mountain pass; a defile.
4
A discontinuous change in a taxation schedule.

verb

1
To cut a notch in (something).
2
To record (a score or similar) by making notches on something.
"The tribe's hunters notch their kills by notches on each's axe's handle."
3
To join by means of notches.
4
To achieve (something); to add to one's score or record of successes.
"The team notched a pair of shutout wins on Sunday."

🔄 Synonyms of "Notch"

8 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
passverb	To change place.
nicknoun	A small cut in a surface.
scratchnoun	To rub a surface with a sharp object, especially by a living creature to remove itching with nails, claws, etc.
incisionnoun	A cut, especially one made by a scalpel or similar medical tool in the context of surgical operation; the scar resulting from such a cut.
dentnoun	A shallow deformation in the surface of an object, produced by an impact.
mountain passnoun	A low point in a mountain range that allows travelers to cross the range.
slitnoun	A narrow cut or opening; a slot.
snicknoun	(cricket) To hit (the ball) with the edge of the bat, causing a slight deflection.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Notch"

Found via reverse dictionary — words that share a conceptual meaning.

Word	Definition
pricknoun	A small hole or perforation, caused by piercing.
slitnoun	A narrow cut or opening; a slot.
snicknoun	(cricket) A small deflection of the ball off the side of the bat; often carries to the wicketkeeper for a catch.
scratchnoun	A disruption, mark or shallow cut on a surface made by scratching.
incisionnoun	A cut, especially one made by a scalpel or similar medical tool in the context of surgical operation; the scar resulting from such a cut.
passnoun	An opening, road, or track, available for passing; especially, one through or over some dangerous or otherwise impracticable barrier such as a mountain range; a passageway; a defile; a ford.
nicknoun	A small cut in a surface.
dentnoun	A shallow deformation in the surface of an object, produced by an impact.
mountain passnoun	A low point in a mountain range that allows travelers to cross the range.
indentnoun	A cut or notch in the margin of anything, or a recess like a notch.
cutnoun	(literal, figurative) The act of cutting.
indentationnoun	(typography) The act of beginning a line or series of lines at a little distance within the flush line of the column or page, as in the common way of beginning the first line of a paragraph.
gashnoun	A deep cut.
groovenoun	(music) A pronounced, enjoyable rhythm.
hacknoun	A tool for chopping.
gearnoun	(uncountable) Equipment or paraphernalia, especially that used for an athletic endeavor.
brandnoun	A mark or scar made by burning with a hot iron, especially to mark cattle or to classify the contents of a cask.
flawnoun	A defect, fault, or imperfection, especially one that is hidden.
pivotnoun	(figuratively, by extension) Something or someone having a paramount significance in a certain situation.
edgenoun	An advantage.