[nɒtʃ], (Noun)

Definitions:
- an indentation or incision on an edge or surface
(e.g: there was a notch in the end of the arrow for the bowstring)

- a deep, narrow mountain pass


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 16th century: probably from Anglo-Norman French noche, variant of Old French osche, of unknown origin

[nɒtʃ], (Verb)

Definitions:
- make notches in
(e.g: he notched the stick at each end)

- score or achieve (something)
(e.g: he notched up fifteen years' service with the company)


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 16th century: probably from Anglo-Norman French noche, variant of Old French osche, of unknown origin