Definitions

1. noun

The round head of a musical note, typically a circle or an oval, that serves as the starting point for a staff or a ledger line.

“The composer carefully placed the notehead on the staff to create a soothing melody.”

2. verb

To mark or indicate a note with a notehead.

“The music editor noted that the notehead had been misplaced, so she had to re-do the entire page.”