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Definition of notation

notation

/noʊˈteɪ.ʃən/
no · ta · tion
Adverb:notationally
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Plural:notations
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Adjective:notational
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• noun

1

A system of written symbols, characters, or abbreviated expressions used to represent facts, quantities, or operations in a specialized field such as mathematics, music, or science.

Example

"Students must learn to read standard musical notation before joining the conservatory orchestra."

2

A brief written note, annotation, or record made to preserve information or call attention to a specific detail.

Example

"The accountant made a quick notation in the margin of the ledger to explain the discrepancy."

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• Rhymes for notation

• Nearby Words

notarize
notary
notate
notation
notch
notchy
note

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Latin notatio ('a marking, noting, or designating'), derived from the verb notare ('to mark or note'), from nota ('a mark, sign, or character').

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Notation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/notation
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