Synonyms for

Notches

Verb / ˈnɑ:tʃʌz / / ˈnɑ:tʃɪz / Another word for notches — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Notches are small cuts or indents made in a surface.

Synonyms & similar words

pass nick notch snick mountainpass indentations cuts nicks scores grooves incisions gashes slashes scars marks impressions dents punctures perforations holes fissures creases furrows ridges clefts

Example sentences

  1. She counted the notches on the tree trunk to see how tall it was.
  2. The hunter carved notches in his rifle to keep track of how many animals he had shot.
  3. The guitar player adjusted the notches on the strings to make them sound better.
  4. The hiker made notches in the trail to mark the spots where the path was steep.
  5. The carpenter used a saw to make notches in the wood for the shelves to fit into.

Quotes

  • "Life is not a bed of roses, but you can always add notches to your bedpost."
  • "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts."
  • "We all have our own life to pursue, our own kind of dream to be weaving, and we all have the power to make wishes come true, as long as we keep believing."

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