Unnumbered source etymology
Original entry ↗To cut a notch in (something). · To record (a score or similar) by making notches on something. · To join by means of notches. · To achieve (something); to add to one's score or record of successes.
A V-shaped cut. · Such a cut, used for keeping a record. · An indentation. · A mountain pass; a defile.
Recorded since 1577, probably a rebracketing of an otch, from Middle French oche (“notch”), itself from the Old French verb ochier (“to notch”), of uncertain origin, but possibly related to French hocher and English nick (“small cut, notch”).
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This page abbreviates 7 auxiliary source items. The etymology narrative is not shortened. Omission counts are available in the audit fields below; consult the original for complete auxiliary material.
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