Note (Noun)
Meaning 1
A characteristic emotional quality; "it ended on a sour note"; "there was a note of gaiety in her manner"; "he detected a note of sarcasm".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- Her smile struck a bright note that instantly put me at ease.
- There was a note of uncertainty in his voice when he was explaining the new plan.
- The apology was ruined by the sarcastic note at the end.
- His victory speech ended on a humble note that endeared him to many.
- Her otherwise lovely rendition was marred by a few sour notes towards the end.
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Meaning 2
A comment or instruction (usually added); "his notes were appended at the end of the article"; "he added a short notation to the address on the envelope".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The professor added a note to the margin of the student's essay to explain the grade.
- She made a note on the calendar to remind herself of the upcoming meeting.
- The artist included a note with the painting to explain the inspiration behind it.
- The chef added a note to the recipe to suggest an alternative ingredient.
- The musician wrote a note on the sheet music to indicate the correct tempo.
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Meaning 3
A promise to pay a specified amount on demand or at a certain time; "I had to co-sign his note at the bank".
Classification
Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.
Examples
- The bank required a co-signer for the note before they would approve the loan.
- She had to pay off the note on her car within five years or risk defaulting.
- The company issued a note to investors promising to pay back the principal plus interest.
- He had to sign a note at the bank before they would give him the loan.
- The note was due in six months, and if he didn't pay, the bank would repossess his house.
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Meaning 4
A short personal letter; "drop me a line when you get there".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- She scribbled a quick note to her sister before leaving for the airport.
- He left a note on the fridge for his roommate to pick up milk on the way home.
- Can you drop me a note when you arrive in Paris so I know you're safe?
- She tucked a sweet note into her husband's lunchbox as a surprise.
- He dashed off a hasty note to his friend apologizing for missing his birthday party.
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Meaning 5
A brief written record; "he made a note of the appointment".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- She made a note of the phone number on a piece of paper.
- The doctor made a note of the patient's symptoms in her file.
- He made a note to himself to pick up milk on the way home.
- The teacher asked the students to make a note of the homework assignment.
- The journalist made a note of the quote from the politician's speech.
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Meaning 6
A notation representing the pitch and duration of a musical sound; "the singer held the note too long".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The opera singer struggled to hit the high note in the famous aria.
- She sang a single, pure note that echoed through the concert hall.
- The violinist drew the bow across the strings to produce a clear, ringing note.
- The conductor indicated to the musicians that they should sustain the note for four beats.
- The music teacher instructed her student to hold the final note of the song for an extra measure.
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Meaning 7
High status importance owing to marked superiority; "a scholar of great eminence".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The renowned scientist's groundbreaking research earned her a note of distinction in the academic community.
- Her exceptional leadership skills and vision for the company made her a note of excellence among her peers.
- The celebrated artist's innovative style and technique have made her a note of significance in the art world.
- The professor's impressive credentials and publications have earned him a note of prestige in his field.
- The company's commitment to sustainability and social responsibility has made it a note of admiration among environmentally conscious consumers.
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Meaning 8
A piece of paper money (especially one issued by a central bank); "he peeled off five one-thousand-zloty notes".
Classification
Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.
Examples
- She handed him a note with her phone number on it, but he didn't notice it was a 100-dollar bill.
- The new note features a portrait of the country's first president.
- He peeled off five one-thousand-zloty notes and handed them to the cashier.
- The store only accepted notes in denominations of 50 or higher.
- She pulled out a note from her wallet and used it to buy a coffee.
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Meaning 9
A tone of voice that shows what the speaker is feeling; "there was a note of uncertainty in his voice".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- There was a note of desperation in her voice as she begged for help.
- His tone was calm, but there was a note of annoyance underlying his words.
- The teacher detected a note of sarcasm in the student's response.
- A note of sadness crept into her voice as she talked about her past.
- The politician's speech was convincing, but there was a note of insincerity in his voice.