What is another word for notches?

Pronunciation: [nˈɒt͡ʃɪz] (IPA)

The word notches refers to indentations or grooves made in a surface. There are several synonyms to the word notches such as notches, incisions, nicks, scores, cuts, scratch marks, marks, etches, and impressions. Each of these words describes the scars left behind on a surface caused by an object or tool. For instance, incisions refer to the act of cutting or the cut made while nicks refer to small cuts or grooves on a surface. On the other hand, scores describe deep, long cuts or marks on a surface, while scratch marks are shallow impressions made by a sharp object. In summary, there are multiple words that can replace the word notches depending on the context in which they are used.

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Usage examples for Notches

The lower tiers of blocks are set in slight notches in the snow, to prevent the blocks from slipping out.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook
He handed the gun over to Silas, who saw for the first time that there were seven notches cut in the stock, the particularly long one representing the time that Tug had shot at the shadow, and missed.
"The Mystery of the Locks"
Edgar Watson Howe
There was also a row of birch logs, evidently obtained from the bluff, with notches cut in them, and a heap of thin strips of wood which had a sweet resinous smell.
"A Prairie Courtship"
Harold Bindloss

Famous quotes with Notches

  • The real killers in the business world aren't the ones who aim for the top, it's the ones who aim for two notches below the top.
    Doug Coupland
  • Together, we created the STACKED brand and have really taken the product up two or three notches.
    Tim Page
  • I'm very accepting with my age. It's like notches on your belt: experience, wisdom, and a different kind of beauty.
    Zoe Saldana
  • I moved to New York last year and I love it. It's a huge change and I've always wanted to spend time there. It's like a more intense London, and everything's up a few notches. The lights are brighter, the pace is faster and the food's better.
    Rachel Weisz

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