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Bar Notation

Definition: Bar notation refers to the use of a horizontal line or bar placed over a symbol or set of symbols in mathematics or music notation.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: In Mathematics

Usage: In mathematics, bar notation is used to represent the average of a set of numbers. It is typically denoted by placing a horizontal line over the variable or set of variables.

Example sentence: The bar notation in statistics is a concise way to represent the mean of a data set.

Sense 2: In Music Notation

Usage: In music notation, bar notation is utilized to indicate a specific musical phrase or measure. It involves placing a vertical line through the staff to divide the music into measures.

Example sentence: The conductor suggested using bar notation to simplify reading the sheet music for the orchestra.

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