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.

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.

mark my words

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

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.