note
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🇺🇸
/noʊt/
🇬🇧
/nəʊt/
record or sound
Etymology
'note' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'nota,' where 'nota' meant 'mark or sign.'
'nota' transformed into the Old French word 'note,' and eventually became the modern English word 'note' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'a mark or sign,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'a brief record' and 'a musical tone.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a brief record of facts, topics, or thoughts, written down as an aid to memory.
She jotted down a quick note during the meeting.
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Noun 2
a single tone of definite pitch made by a musical instrument or the human voice.
He played a high note on the piano.
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Verb 1
to notice or pay particular attention to something.
Please note the changes in the schedule.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35