Meaning & use
N.B.
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An abbreviation of the Latin phrase 'nota bene,' meaning 'note well,' used to draw attention to an important point in writing.
See it in a sentence
N.B. -- the office will be closed for the holiday on Monday.
He added a note at the bottom: 'N.B. all submissions must include a cover letter.'
A note on using this word
Mostly seen in formal or academic writing, memos, and footnotes rather than casual conversation.
Words with a similar meaning
noteplease note
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