Definition of note
noted
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transitive verb
1a : to notice or observe with care … instructors had noted that he did not perform well under pressure. — Stephan Wilkinsonb : 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.
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Examples of note in a Sentence
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.
Recent Examples of note from the Web
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Officials in Brussels note that after Britain leaves, the 19-member currency area will account for 85% of the EU’s economy.
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The study also noted that longer work hours were associated with obesity, risky alcohol use, depression, and anxiety.
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Ferjan Ramirez noted many studies have shown children in low-income areas typically have a harder time developing language skills.
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Price classifications are approximate and based on a typical three-course dinner for one person, exclusive of drinks, tax, and tip; unless otherwise noted, these restaurants accept most credit cards.
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Mr. Hoellwarth said, noting that Mr. Trump had appointed a former Obama administration official to be his secretary of veterans affairs.
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The application also notes that the service comes with a requirement for an annual report quantifying the impact of the internet service.
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Note: New Park Brewing only fills its own growlers, which are available for purchase for $5.
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The New York Times notes this suggests evidence of a growing rift between Trump and Kasowitz, whom the president has clashed with and criticized more often in recent weeks.
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Origin and Etymology of note
Middle English, from Anglo-French noter, from Latin notare to mark, note, from nota
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Definition of note
1a (1) obsolete : melody, song (2) : tone 2a (3) : call, sound; especially : the musical call of a birdb : 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 recordb (1) : a brief comment or explanation (2) : a printed comment or reference set apart from the textc (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 yearsd (1) : a short informal letter (2) : a formal diplomatic communicatione : a scholarly or technical essay shorter than an article and restricted in scopef : a sheet of notepaper
4a : distinction, reputation a figure of international noteb : observation, notice took full note of the proceedingsc : knowledge, information
Examples of note in a Sentence
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.
Recent Examples of note from the Web
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These sculptures capture some of the whimsical notes of Holliday's original Columbia posters and enhance our experience of the work and streetscape through interactivity.
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The result was a beer with tropical notes, thanks to Mosaic, El Dorado and Ekaunot hops, and remarkably low alcohol content — just 4.2 percent by volume.
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Editor's Note: Space.com senior producer Steve Spaleta contributed to this report.
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Target Corp. is taking note and cleaning house, shedding some of its stalwart brands and launching more than a dozen new ones over the...
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Take notes, Joo has 5 must-remember tips for a seamless move-in with your S.O. No IKEA therapist necessary.
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Below is the full interview between Fox's Ainsley Earhardt, Trump and first lady Melania Trump, along with our notes and analysis.
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Council leaders took note but added $50,000 to hire one new public defender.
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Those players can especially savor their meal and the team can leave on a high note.
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Origin and Etymology of note
Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin nota mark, character, written note
Synonym Discussion of note
Financial Definition of NOTE
note
What It Is
In the finance world, a note is debt.
How It Works
Notes are typically medium-term debt, but not always. For example, Treasury notes (T-notes) are intermediate-term bonds issued by the U.S. Treasury. They mature in two, three, five or 10 years.
You might hear people use the phrase "carry the note," which means to take on debt from another issuer. For example, let's say you plan to purchase a business for $2 million. You have only $200,000 in cash for the seller and want to pay the seller over time for the rest. Essentially, you're borrowing $1.8 million from the seller, and the seller is "carrying a note" until you pay back that $1.8 million.
Why It Matters
There are many kinds of notes: municipal notes, Treasury notes, bank notes, promissory notes, etc. Like all debt, the terms vary, including the interest rates, face values, maturities and other provisions.
NOTE Defined for English Language Learners
note
playDefinition of note for English Language Learners
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: to notice or pay attention to (something)
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: to say or write (something)
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Definition of note for English Language Learners
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: a short piece of writing that is used to help someone remember something
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notes : an informal written record of things that are said and done
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: a short piece of writing that gives you information : a brief comment or explanation
NOTE Defined for Kids
Definition of note for Students
noted
;noting
1 : 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.
Definition of note for Students
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
4 : a quality that shows a feeling There's a note of sadness in your voice.
5 : something written down often to aid the memory I'll make a note of the appointment.
6 : a printed comment in a book that helps explain part of the text
7 : distinction 3 artists of note
8 : a short written message or letter a thank-you note
Law Dictionary
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Legal Definition of note
1a : a written promise to pay a debt; specifically : promissory note in this entry bank note : a promissory note issued by a bank payable to bearer on demand but without interest and circulating as money cognovit note \käg-ˈnō-vit-, kōg-\ : a note in which the maker acknowledges the debt and authorizes the entry of judgment against him or her without notice or a hearing : a note containing a confession of judgment collateral note : a note secured especially by a collateral mortgage and pledged to secure an obligation of which a hand note usually serves as evidence demand note : a note payable on demand — compare time note in this entry floating rate note : a negotiable note that yields an indexed and periodically adjusted variable rate of interest —called also floater hand note : a note for an obligation secured by a collateral note non–recourse note : a note whose satisfaction upon default may be obtained only out of the collateral securing it promissory note : a note containing an unconditional promise to pay on demand or at a fixed or determined future time a particular sum of money to or to the order of a specified person or to the bearer recourse note : a note whose satisfaction upon default may be obtained from the debtor's assets other than and in addition to the collateral securing it renewal note : a note that continues an obligation due under a previous note tax anticipation note : a note issued by a state or municipality on pending tax revenue to fund immediate governmental expenditures time note : a note payable at a specified time in the future — compare demand note in this entry Treasury note : a negotiable note issued by the U.S. government with a maturity date of one to ten years from the date of issue —called also T-note — compare Treasury bill at bill 7, Treasury bond at bond 2 b : a piece of paper money
2 : an exposition on a law-related topic especially found in a law review
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Legal Definition of note
noted
noting
1 : to recognize the existence or presence of noted probable jurisdiction
2 : to make a notarial memorandum of nonpayment of (a negotiable instrument) on presentation
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