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Definition of notebook
notebook
/ˈnoʊt.bʊk/
note · book
Plural:notebooks
notebook Lexical Profile
CEFR
A1
Grade
2
Tier
1
Usage
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• noun
1
A book with blank or ruled pages for writing notes, memoranda, or keeping records.
Example
"She always kept a leather-bound notebook in her bag to jot down story ideas whenever inspiration struck."
2
A small, lightweight, and portable personal computer.
Example
"He opened his notebook on the train to finish drafting the quarterly report before arriving at the office."
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Word Origin & Etymology
A compound of 'note' and 'book', first recorded in the late 16th century to describe a small book used for recording memoranda or observations.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Notebook. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/notebook