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US and Canadian a narrow pass or gorge notch [näch] (electronics) Rectangular depression extending below the sweep line of the radar indicator in some types of equipment. (engineering) A V-shaped indentation or cut in a surface or edge. (geology) A deep, narrow cut near the high-water mark at the base of a sea cliff. (geography) A narrow passage between mountains or through a ridge, hill, or mountain. notch A cutout in a log or timber, usually at or near one of its ends, that is used to form a rigid joint when mated with another appropriately cutout log or timber at right angles to it; for example, at the corners of a log cabin or log house. See corner notch, diamond notch, double-saddle notch, dovetail notch, half-cut notch, half-dovetail notch, halved-and-lapped notch, lap notch, log notch, round notch, saddle notch, single notch, single-saddle notch, square notch, V-notch. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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