noun / verb
notch
NAHCH/nɑːtʃ/
A small cut made in an edge or surface.
The wooden slat has a V-shaped notch in its upper edge.
Etymology
French oche, meaning a notch, is the probable source of the name for this physical cut or indentation. Its deeper origin is unknown.
In context
you see how the blade cut in a little bit on that one that's a perfect Notch right there it's a v-shaped notch
More examples
- Cut a small notch in the cardboard to hold the string.
- She notches the ends of the boards so they fit together.
- The notches along the stick record each passing day.
Forms
notch · notches · notched · notching
Similar words
- nick
- Usually a tiny, shallow cut, often made accidentally.
- groove
- A long, narrow channel rather than a localized cut.
- indentation
- A depression that need not involve cutting or removing material.