commonnotation
nounUK /ˌkɒmən nəʊˈteɪʃən/
US /ˌkɑːmən noʊˈteɪʃən/
A common notation is a simple set of signs or symbols that many people use to write something down.
In music class, we learned the common notation for notes so everyone could read the same song.
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2. A widely accepted way of writing numbers or math symbols.
The teacher showed the common notation for fractions on the board.
3. A shared set of marks used in a subject like music or science.
Scientists use a common notation to share their results clearly.
4. A familiar style of writing used by many people in the same group.
The club members agreed on a common notation for their meeting notes.