notation

[ noh-tey-shuhn ]

noun

1. a system of graphic symbols for a specialized use, other than ordinary writing:

   musical notation.

2. the process or method of noting or setting down by means of a special system of signs or symbols.
3. the act of noting, marking, or setting down in writing.
4. a note, jotting, or record; annotation:

   notations in the margin.

notation

/ nəʊˈteɪʃən /

noun

1. any series of signs or symbols used to represent quantities or elements in a specialized system, such as music or mathematics
2. the act or process of notating
3. 1. the act of noting down
   2. a note or record

Derived Forms

• noˈtational, adjective

Other Words From

• no·tation·al adjective
• nonno·tation·al adjective
• reno·tation noun
• subno·tation noun
• subno·tation·al adjective
• unno·tation·al adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of notation¹

1560–70; < Latin notātiōn- (stem of notātiō ) a marking, equivalent to notāt ( us ) (past participle of notāre to note ) + -iōn- -ion

Word History and Origins

Origin of notation¹

C16: from Latin notātiō a marking, from notāre to note

Example Sentences

The waltz has minor errors in rhythm and notation but Mr McClellan said he is sure that Chopin is behind it.

From BBC

The defendant or his sons signed 11 checks to Michael Cohen with a false stub notation, “Retainer.”

From Salon

The tax filings include the following notation: “The conference anticipates filing an amended form 990 for fiscal year 2023 in the future related to a possible restatement.”

From Seattle Times

Bourne wasn't sure how Scott-Warren would respond to the Holinshed notations, describing him as "very conservative" when it comes to reaching such verdicts.

From Science Daily

Wearing a Seahawks hat and sunglasses — but no gloves, which was another usual Carroll trademark — Macdonald calmly watched most of the workout, holding a play card and then making a notation after each one.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• documentation