■ noun
1》 the fact of observing or paying attention to something.
2》 advance notification or warning.
↘a formal declaration of one's intention to end an agreement, typically one concerning employment or tenancy, at a specified time.
3》 a displayed sheet or placard giving news or information.
↘a small advertisement or announcement in a newspaper or magazine.
4》 a short published review of a new film, play, or book.
■ verb
1》 become aware of.
↘ archaic remark upon.
2》 ( be ~d ) be treated or recognized as noteworthy.
Phrases
at (or N. Amer. on ) short (or a moment's) ~ with little warning.
put someone on ~ (or serve ~ ) warn someone of something about or likely to occur.
take ( no ) ~ (of) pay (no) attention (to).
Origin
ME: from OFr., from L. notitia 'being known', from notus (see notion ).