Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Notching.
Notching - as a noun
A v-shaped indentation
Example: "Mandibular notch"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
indentationindentureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks
Example: "We got through the pass before it started to snow"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mountain passpassHypernyms (Closely Related)
locationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A v-shaped or u-shaped indentation carved or scratched into a surface
Example: "There were four notches in the handle of his revolver"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
indentationindentureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The notching on the tree trunk indicated the presence of a woodpecker."
"The notching on the edge of the key made it easier to grip and turn."
"The carpenter used notching to create a sturdy joint between the two pieces of wood."
"The markings on the rock's surface suggested ancient notching used for keeping track of days."
"The archaeologist discovered a bone fragment with clear notching, possibly used for counting or marking."
Word Game Points
Is NOTCHING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, notching is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
NOTCHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is NOTCHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, notching is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordNOTCHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is NOTCHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, notching is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordNOTCHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.