Notch

usgb/nɑːtʃ/
noun

A small cut or groove made in something.

He made a notch in his stick for every animal he saw.
Visual representation of "notch" - A small cut or groove made in something.

Often appears as...

  • notch in the belt
  • notch in the bedpost
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Physical Mark

Notch as a small cut often serves as a physical mark or indicator.

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The carpenter added a notch to the wood to mark where to cut.
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Measurable Progress

Notches are used to track progress or count occurrences, like on a tally stick.

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The hiker marked a notch for every mile traveled.
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