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jotting

American  
[jot-ing] / ˈdʒɒt ɪŋ /

noun

  1. the act of a person who jots.

  2. a quickly written or brief note; memorandum.


jotting British  
/ ˈdʒɒtɪŋ /

noun

  1. something jotted down

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Origin of jotting

First recorded in 1800–10; jot + -ing 1

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Jotting down memories of a loved one from before their illness can help to remind us that despite the illness, this person is still a unique individual.

From Washington Post • Mar. 4, 2022

Jotting down things you didn’t actually do can tell you what you’re really doing.

From Washington Post • Oct. 23, 2019

Jotting down these vows is a celebration of the human spirit striving to reach its greatest potential.

From Time • Jan. 7, 2016

Jotting down how many miles you walk or the number of pounds you bench-press each week provides a sense of accomplishment and is a great motivator.

From Time Magazine Archive

"Jotting you down in my little book ... all your little plaguey ways and speeches!..."

From Changing Winds A Novel by Ervine, St. John G. (St. John Greer)

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