Notchiness

Pronunciation: /ˈnɑtˈkaɪˈnɛs/

Notchiness (noun)

  1. The quality of having small cuts or steps along a surface, making it uneven or rough to touch.
  2. A pattern in sound or signal where levels change in small steps, creating a rough or broken effect.

Examples

  • The tool has a surface with notches that improves grip.
  • You can feel the surface with notches when you run your fingers over it.