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notice

 
/ˈnoʊ·t̬ɪs/ n [C/U] (INFORMATION)

Definition

something written or printed that gives information or instructions: [C] We got a notice about recycling in the mail. [U] This building is closed until further notice (= until official instructions are given). Notice is also warning that something will happen or needs to happen: [U] I can’t cancel my plans on such short notice/at a moment’s notice (= immediately). Notice is also an official statement saying you are leaving your job or telling you your job has ended: [U] I got my 30-day notice yesterday at work.
(Definition of notice n (INFORMATION) from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

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