Jot

/dʒɑt/

Meaning & Definition

noun
a very small amount; a bit.
There wasn't a jot of evidence to support his claim.
a brief written note.
She left a jot on my desk reminding me about the deadline.
verb
to write something quickly.
I need to jot down my thoughts before I forget them.
to make a brief note.
She jotted a few ideas on the notepad during the meeting.
to record something briefly.
He jotted the phone number on a scrap of paper.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

jot down:
to write something quickly
jot it all:
to record everything
just a jot:
a very small amount

Related Words

Slang Meanings

to quickly take notes on a subject
Just jot it down; we can discuss it later.
to write something down in a hurry
I need to jot that idea before I forget it!