ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Mark

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /mɑːk/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Mark is a noun meaning (heading) Boundary, land within a boundary.

Meaning

(heading) Boundary, land within a boundary.

More Meanings

  1. (heading) Characteristic, sign, visible impression.
  2. (heading) Indicator of position, objective etc.
  3. (heading) Attention.
  4. To put a mark on (something); to make (something) recognizable by a mark; to label or write on (something).
  5. To leave a mark (often an undesirable or unwanted one) on (something).
  6. (figurative) To have a long-lasting negative impact on (someone or something).
  7. To create an indication of (a location).

Example Sentences

to mark clothing with one's name
to mark a box or bale of merchandise
The floor was marked with wine and blood.
See where this pencil has marked the paper.

Word Forms

Synonyms for mark

Depending on context, synonyms include Mk, heed, observance, marco, Reichsmark, blemish.

Antonyms for mark

Common opposites include ignore.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include crisscross, set, tag, tick off, label, note.

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