notched

• Describe algo que tiene una muesca o corte en forma de V, o que está marcado con hendiduras; también se usa de forma metafórica para indicar que algo ha alcanzado un cierto nivel o logro.

Describes something that has a V-shaped cut or indentation; often used metaphorically to mean 'having achieved a particular level or score'.

1. Saw-like notchesC1formaltechnical

   Having a series of V-shaped cuts or indentations, similar to the teeth of a saw, with the points directed toward the tip or apex.

   dentado como sierra

   • The leaf had a notched edge, resembling a saw blade.
   • The ancient tool had a notched blade for cutting wood.
   • The notched pattern on the artifact indicated its use as a saw.

   Sinónimossaw-toothedserrateserrated

2. Irregularly gnawed marginC1formalscientific

   Having a border that is unevenly cut or indented, as if it had been chewed or gnawed by an animal.

   Margen irregularmente mordisqueado

   • The notched edge of the leaf suggested it had been eaten by insects.
   • The parchment had a notched margin, as if nibbled by mice.
   • The fossil showed a notched outline, indicating damage from ancient scavengers.

   Sinónimoserosejagged

• Verbo que se usa para indicar la acción de hacer una pequeña muesca o marca en forma de V en una superficie, o para lograr algo (como una victoria o un punto).

A verb used to indicate the act of cutting a small V-shaped mark into a surface, or achieving or scoring something (e.g., a victory or point).

1. Cut a notchB2formal

   To make a small V-shaped cut or indentation in a surface or edge.

   hacer una muesca

   • He notched the stick to mark the height.
   • The carpenter notched the wood to fit the joint.
   • She notched the belt to adjust the size.

   Sinónimoscutgougegrooveinciseindentmarknickscorescratch

2. Record or achieveB2informal

   To achieve or record something, often a score or a success.

   anotarse, lograr

   • The team notched another victory last night.
   • He notched his third goal of the season.
   • She notched a personal best in the marathon.

   Sinónimosachieveattainchalk upearnrack uprecordregisterscore