Mark

/mɑ:k/
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Definition

  1. Noun:

    • A visible impression, spot, or trace on a surface: A mark is a small area on a surface that is different, such as a line, scratch, or stain.
    • A symbol, sign, or written character: A mark can be a written or printed symbol used for identification, punctuation, or as a sign.
    • A point or level indicating quality or achievement: A mark is a number or letter given to indicate the standard of a student's work or performance.
    • A target or goal: A mark is something aimed at or a desired result.
    • A distinguishing feature or characteristic: A mark can be a noticeable quality or trait that identifies someone or something.
    • A unit of currency: The Mark was formerly the basic unit of money in Germany.

  2. Verb:

    • To make a visible impression or trace on a surface: To mark something is to put a line, spot, or other visible sign on it.
    • To indicate or designate: To mark something is to show its position, identity, or a particular quality.
    • To assign a grade or score: To mark work is to evaluate it and give it a grade.
    • To notice or pay attention to: To mark something is to observe it carefully.
    • To be a distinguishing feature of: To mark something is to be a characteristic or typical sign of it.
Examples of Usage

  • Noun:

    • There was a dirty mark on the white wall. (A visible spot)
    • Put a mark in the box to indicate your choice. (A written symbol)
    • She got top marks in her exams. (Scores indicating quality)
    • His success in the competition was a mark of his dedication. (A sign or indication)
    • The arrow hit the mark. (The target)

  • Verb:

    • Please do not mark the library books. (Make a visible impression)
    • The cross on the map marks the location of the treasure. (Indicates or designates)
    • The teacher will mark the tests this weekend. (Assign grades)
    • Mark my words, he will regret this decision. (Notice or pay attention to)
    • His leadership marks him as a future CEO. (Is a distinguishing feature of)
Advanced Usage
  • "to make one's mark": to become successful and well-known.
    • She made her mark in the field of medical research.
  • "to be up to the mark": to meet the required standard.
    • His recent work hasn't been up to the mark.
  • "a man/woman of mark": a person of importance or distinction.
    • The conference was attended by several men of mark from the industry.
Variants and Related Words
  • Marker (n): An object used to make a mark; a sign or indicator.
    • She used a red marker to highlight the text.
  • Marked (adj): Noticeable, evident, or having marks.
    • There was a marked improvement in his health.
  • Remark (v/n): To say or comment; a spoken or written comment.
    • He remarked on the beautiful weather.
  • Trademark (n): A legally registered symbol, word, or phrase representing a company or product. (Listed as a related compound word)
    • The swoosh logo is a registered trademark of Nike.
Synonyms
  • Noun: Sign, symbol, stain, spot, grade, score, target, indication.
  • Verb: Indicate, label, stain, score, grade, notice, distinguish.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Mark down: To reduce the price of something; to write something down.
    • The store marked down all winter coats.
    • I marked down the important points from the lecture.
  • Mark off: To separate an area with a line or boundary; to check items on a list.
    • Police marked off the crime scene with tape.
    • He marked off each task as he completed it.
  • Mark out: To draw lines to show the boundaries of something; to show someone has a particular quality for a future role.
    • They marked out the football pitch.
    • His dedication marked him out for promotion.
  • Mark up: To increase the price of something; to add written notes or corrections to a text.
    • Retailers mark up the price of goods to make a profit.
    • The editor marked up the manuscript with suggested changes.
Related Idioms
  • Hit the mark: To be correct or successful.
    • Your analysis of the problem really hit the mark.
  • Miss the mark: To fail to be correct or successful.
    • The new product missed the mark with its target audience.
  • Mark time: To make no progress while waiting for something to happen.
    • The project is just marking time until we get approval.
  • On your marks (get set, go!): A command used to start a race, meaning "get into position."
    • The runners lined up. "On your marks, get set, go!"
Noun
  1. something that exactly succeeds in achieving its goal
    • the new advertising campaign was a bell ringer
    • scored a bull's eye
    • hit the mark
    • the president's speech was a home run
  2. a marking that consists of lines that cross each other
  3. an indication of damage
  4. the shortest of the four Gospels in the New Testament
  5. a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)
    • he showed signs of strain
    • they welcomed the signs of spring
  6. a written or printed symbol (as for punctuation)
    • his answer was just a punctuation mark
  7. a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of
  8. Apostle and companion of Saint Peter; assumed to be the author of the second Gospel
  9. formerly the basic unit of money in Germany
  10. a symbol of disgrace or infamy
    • And the Lord set a mark upon Cain--Genesis
  11. the impression created by doing something unusual or extraordinary that people notice and remember
    • it was in London that he made his mark
    • he left an indelible mark on the American theater
  12. a visible indication made on a surface
    • some previous reader had covered the pages with dozens of marks
    • paw prints were everywhere
  13. a reference point to shoot at
    • his arrow hit the mark
  14. a distinguishing symbol
    • the owner's mark was on all the sheep
  15. a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance)
    • she made good marks in algebra
    • grade A milk
    • what was your score on your homework?
Verb
  1. insert punctuation marks into
  2. assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation
    • grade tests
    • score the SAT essays
    • mark homework
  3. put a check mark on or near or next to
    • Please check each name on the list
    • tick off the items
    • mark off the units
  4. remove from a list
    • Cross the name of the dead person off the list
  5. make underscoring marks
  6. establish as the highest level or best performance
    • set a record
  7. make small marks into the surface of
    • score the clay before firing it
  8. mark with a scar
    • The skin disease scarred his face permanently
  9. notice or perceive
    • She noted that someone was following her
    • mark my words
  10. to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful
    • He denounced the government action
    • She was stigmatized by society because she had a child out of wedlock
  11. make or leave a mark on
    • the scouts marked the trail
    • ash marked the believers' foreheads
  12. mark by some ceremony or observation
    • The citizens mark the anniversary of the revolution with a march and a parade
  13. be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense
    • His modesty distinguishes him from his peers
  14. designate as if by a mark
    • This sign marks the border
  15. attach a tag or label to
    • label these bottles

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