NOTCH

vt to fit the notch of (an arrow) to the string.

2. notch ·noun a hollow cut in anything; a nick; an indentation.

3. notch ·noun a narrow passage between two elevation; a deep, close pass; a defile; as, the notch of a mountain.

4. notch ·vt to cut or make notches in ; to indent; also, to score by notches; as, to notch a stick.