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Definition of notebook

notebook

/ˈnoʊt.bʊk/
note · book
Plural:notebooks
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notebook Lexical Profile

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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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• Nearby Words

notch
notchy
note
notebook
notec
notecard
noted

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.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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