单词 | notch |
释义 | notch (nɒtʃ ) Word forms: notches , notching , notched 1. countable noun You can refer to a level on a scale of measurement or achievement as a notch. [journalism] Average earnings in the economy moved up another notch in August. In this country the good players are pulled down a notch or two. On the third day, General Zhang raised the temperature of the assembly a few notches. Synonyms: level, step, degree, grade 2. verb If you notch a success, especially in a sporting contest, you achieve it. [journalism] Steve Bull notched his 200th goal for Wolves as they beat Leicester 3-0. [VERB noun] The President is keen to notch a political triumph that would foster freer world trade and faster economic growth. [VERB noun] Synonyms: cut, mark, score, nick 3. countable noun A notch is a small V-shaped or circular cut in the surface or edge of something. They cut notches in the handle of their pistol for each man they shot. [+ in] 4. See also top-notch Phrasal verbs: notch up phrasal verb If you notch up something such as a score or total, you achieve it. [journalism] He had notched up more than 25 victories worldwide. [VERB PARTICLE noun] Translations: Chinese: 等级, 获得 Japanese: 段階, 達成する |
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