Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Notch (-ed, -ing)
notch (-ed, -ing), v. [see notch, n.]
- Record; [fig.] observe intently; notice moment by moment; [metaphor] move in rhythmic motion with.
- Mark; gloss; [word play on “note”] annotate; make a note about.
- Impress indelibly; cut permanently.
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