annotation
Translation
annotation, note, comment
Examples
The book included helpful annotations in the margin.
The book included helpful annotations in the margin.
Her annotations clarified the complex legal document.
Her annotations clarified the complex legal document.
Grammar Patterns
an annotation ((on sth.)) a note or comment on something She made an annotation on the first page.
Similar Words
Synonyms: note, comment, gloss, footnote
Etymology
From the verb 'annotate', derived from Latin 'annotatio' (a marking down).
Memory Tips
The action of 'annotating' produces an 'annotation'. The '-ion' suffix often indicates a result or action.