matchingnotation
nounUK /ˈmætʃɪŋ nəʊˈteɪʃən/
US /ˈmætʃɪŋ noʊˈteɪʃən/
A way of writing things down so that pairs or groups that go together are shown clearly.
The teacher used matching notation to show which letters go with which sounds.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A system of symbols used in mathematics to show that two expressions are equal or correspond.
In matching notation, the equals sign shows that both sides balance.
3. A method of marking musical notes so that repeated or paired phrases are easy to recognize.
The composer used matching notation to link the two repeated melodies.
4. A way of labeling items in a list so that each one can be paired with its partner.
The worksheet used matching notation to connect each word with its picture.