Meaning

• Mental apprehension of whatever may be known, thought, or imagined; idea, concept.

• A sentiment; an opinion.

• Sense; mind.

• An invention; an ingenious device; a knickknack.

  "Yankee notions"

• Any small article used in sewing and haberdashery, either for attachment to garments or as a tool, such as a button, zipper, or thimble.

• Inclination; intention; disposition.

  "I have a notion to do it."