The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word NOTCHED
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What does NOTCHED mean?
NOTCHED verb- To cut a notch in (something).
- To record (a score or similar) by making notches on something.
- To join by means of notches.
- To achieve (something); to add to one's score or record of successes.
- To fit (an arrow) to a bow by means of the notch cut at the end of the arrow; to nock.
- Having notches