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Definition of notchy

notchy

/ˈnɑː.tʃi/
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• adjective

1

Operating or moving in distinct, somewhat stiff or uneven steps rather than a smooth, continuous motion (especially of a manual gearbox or mechanical lever).

Example

"The sports car had a slightly notchy gearshift when cold, but it engaged cleanly once warmed up."

2

Having or marked with notches, indentations, or jagged cuts along an edge or surface.

Example

"The carpenter smoothed down the notchy edge of the wooden plank with a plane."

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• Nearby Words

notate
notation
notch
notchy
note
notebook
notec

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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