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notations

|no-ta-tions|

B2

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/noʊˈteɪʃənz/

🇬🇧

/nəʊˈteɪʃənz/

(notation)

system of symbols

Base Form
notation
Etymology
Etymology Information

'notation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'notatio,' where 'notare' meant 'to mark or note.'

Historical Evolution

'notatio' transformed into the French word 'notation,' and eventually became the modern English word 'notation' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to mark or note something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a system of symbols.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a system of symbols used to represent special things.

Mathematical notations are essential for solving equations.

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Last updated: 2025/04/17 05:08