First Known Use: 13th century
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1note
verb \ˈnōt\
: to notice or pay attention to (something)
: to say or write (something)
not·ednot·ing
Full Definition of NOTE
transitive verb
1
a : to notice or observe with care b : to record or preserve in writing
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Origin of NOTE
Middle English, from Anglo-French noter, from Latin notare to mark, note, from nota
Related to NOTE
2note
noun
: a short piece of writing that is used to help someone remember something
notes : an informal written record of things that are said and done
: a short piece of writing that gives you information : a brief comment or explanation
Full Definition of NOTE
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2
a : a characteristic feature (as of odor or flavor) b : something (as an emotion or disposition) like a note in tone or resonance <a note of sadness> <end on a high note>
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a (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
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a : distinction, reputation <a figure of international note> b : observation, notice <took full note of the proceedings> c : knowledge, information
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Origin of NOTE
Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin nota mark, character, written note
First Known Use: 13th century
Related to NOTE
- Synonyms
- jotting, memo, memorandum, notation
Synonym Discussion of NOTE
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>.
NOTE Defined for Kids
1note
verb \ˈnōt\
not·ednot·ing
Definition of NOTE for Kids
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: to notice or observe with care <Note the differences between the two paintings.>
2
: to record in writing <Let me note down your address.>
3
: to make special mention of <His speech noted everyone's achievements.>
2note
noun
Definition of NOTE for Kids
1
: a musical sound : tone
2
: a symbol in music that by its shape and position on the staff shows the pitch of a tone and the length of time it is to be held
3
: the musical call or song of a bird
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: a quality that shows a feeling <There's a note of sadness in your voice.>
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: something written down often to aid the memory <I'll make a note of the appointment.>
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: a printed comment in a book that helps explain part of the text
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: distinction 3 <artists of note>
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: a short written message or letter <a thank-you note>
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: careful notice <Please take note of the time.>
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: frame of mind : mood <She began the day on a happy note.>
11
: a piano key
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: a written promise to pay a debt
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