note

[noʊt]

note Definition

  • 1a brief record of facts, topics, or thoughts, written down as an aid to memory
  • 2a short informal letter or written message
  • 3a single tone of definite pitch made by a musical instrument or the human voice

Using note: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "note" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I made a note of the time and date.

  • Example

    She left me a note on the kitchen table.

  • Example

    The song begins with a high note.

  • Example

    He hit a wrong note on the piano.

  • Example

    Please note that the meeting has been rescheduled.

note Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with note

  • to pay attention to something

    Example

    Take note of the warning signs and act accordingly.

  • to exchange information or opinions

    Example

    After the conference, the attendees gathered to compare notes.

  • strike a sour note

    to say or do something that is inappropriate or out of place

    Example

    His joke about the accident struck a sour note with the audience.

Origins of note

from Old English 'notu', meaning 'a mark, sign, or indication'

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Summary: note in Brief

The term 'note' [noʊt] refers to a brief record of facts or thoughts, a short informal letter or message, or a single tone of definite pitch made by a musical instrument or the human voice. It can be used in various contexts, such as 'I made a note of the time and date,' 'She left me a note on the kitchen table,' and 'The song begins with a high note.' Phrases like 'take note of' and 'compare notes' are also common. 'Note' is often used to indicate a warning or reminder, as in 'Please note that the meeting has been rescheduled.'

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