Meaning & Definition of word "Jot"

Jot

/dʒɑt/

1. a very small amount; a bit.
- Example: There wasn't a jot of evidence to support his claim.
2. a brief written note.
- Example: She left a jot on my desk reminding me about the deadline.

1. to write something quickly.
- Example: I need to jot down my thoughts before I forget them.
2. to make a brief note.
- Example: She jotted a few ideas on the notepad during the meeting.
3. to record something briefly.
- Example: He jotted the phone number on a scrap of paper.

●Middle English 'jot', from Latin 'jota', Greek 'iot' referring to a brief or small mark.

jot down:

to write something quickly

jot it all:

to record everything

just a jot:

a very small amount

note:

a brief record of facts or details

scribble:

to write or draw carelessly and quickly

Meaning: to quickly take notes on a subject

● Example Sentence: Just jot it down; we can discuss it later.

Meaning: to write something down in a hurry

● Example Sentence: I need to jot that idea before I forget it!