Meaning & Definition of Notch in English

1. A v-shaped indentation

• "Mandibular notch"

2. The location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks

• "We got through the pass before it started to snow"

3. A v-shaped or u-shaped indentation carved or scratched into a surface

• "There were four notches in the handle of his revolver"

4. A small cut

1. Cut or make a notch into

• "Notch the rope"

2. Notch a surface to record something