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NOTCHING

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There are 6 meanings of the word Notching.

Notching - as a noun

A v-shaped indentation

Example: "Mandibular notch"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
indentation12indenture10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

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

Example: "We got through the pass before it started to snow"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mountain passpass6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
location10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

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

Example: "There were four notches in the handle of his revolver"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
indentation12indenture10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A small cut

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nick10snick11

Notching - as a verb

Cut or make a notch into

Example: "Notch the rope"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
incise8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Notch a surface to record something

Example Sentences

"The notching on the tree trunk indicated the presence of a woodpecker."
"The notching on the edge of the key made it easier to grip and turn."
"The carpenter used notching to create a sturdy joint between the two pieces of wood."
"The markings on the rock's surface suggested ancient notching used for keeping track of days."
"The archaeologist discovered a bone fragment with clear notching, possibly used for counting or marking."
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Word Game Points

Is NOTCHING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, notching is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NOTCHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is NOTCHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, notching is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NOTCHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is NOTCHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, notching is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NOTCHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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