Mark

/mɑrk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a visible indication or impression.

The mark on the wall showed where the picture frame used to hang.

a score or grade given, especially in academic settings.

She was pleased with the high mark she received on her exam.

a sign or symbol used for identification or communication.

He made a mark on the map to indicate the meeting point.

verb

to make a visible impression or stain on something.

She used a pen to mark the important points in her notes.

to indicate or designate.

The teacher asked the students to mark their answers on the sheet.

to assign a grade or score to something.

The professor will mark the papers by the end of the week.

Old English 'mearc', meaning boundary or sign.

mark my words

To pay attention to what I say because it will happen or is important.

make a mark

To have a significant impact or succeed.

mark time

To wait and make no progress.

mark the spot

To indicate a specific location.

mark of distinction

A characteristic that sets someone apart.

markup

The process of adding notes or annotations to text.

marking

The act of creating a mark on something.

benchmark

A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared.

A person who is easily fooled or manipulated.

Don't be a mark; protect your personal information.

To mark someone for a scam; often associated with hustling.

I saw them mark that guy; he looked like a target.