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verb \ˈnōt\

Definition of note

noted

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noting

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.

noter

noun

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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.

Origin and Etymology of note

Middle English, from Anglo-French noter, from Latin notare to mark, note, from nota

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First Known Use: 13th century

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note

noun

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

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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.

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Origin and Etymology of note

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin nota mark, character, written note

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First Known Use: 14th century

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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 English Language Learners

note

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verb

Definition of note for English Language Learners

: to notice or pay attention to (something)
: to say or write (something)

note

noun

Definition of note for English Language Learners

: 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

NOTE Defined for Kids

note

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verb \ˈnōt\

Definition of note for Students

noted

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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.

note

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noun

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
9 : careful notice Please take note of the time.
10 : frame of mind : mood She began the day on a happy note.
11 : a piano key
12 : a written promise to pay a debt

Law Dictionary

note

noun

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

note

transitive verb

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