v. To make a brief written statement; to enter a memorandum; as to note an exception. Note a bill. When a foreign bill has been dishonored, it is usual for a notary public to present it again on the same day, and, if it be not then paid, to make a minute, consisting of his initialst the day, month, and year, and reason, if assigned, of non-payment. The making of this minute is … [Read more...]
NOTE OF HAND
contracts. Another name, less technical, for a promissory note. … [Read more...]
NOTE(NOUN)
n. An abstract, a memorandum; an informal statement in writing. Also a negotiable promissory note. See BOUGHT NOTE; NOTES; JUDGMENT NOTE; PROMISSORY NOTE; SOLD NOTE. Note of a fine. In old conveyancing. One of the parts of a fine of lands, being an abstract of the writ of covenant, and the concord; naming the parties, the parcels of land, and the agreement. 2 Bl. Comm. 351. … [Read more...]
NOTES
In practice. Memoranda made by a judge on a trial, as to the evidence adduced, and the points reserved, etc. A copy of the judge's notes may be obtained from his clerk. … [Read more...]
NOTES PAYABLE
A written document which states that money is payable to a creditor at some time in the future and contains essential terms. … [Read more...]