Definition

1. Noun:

   • A folded-down corner of a page in a book or other bound document, used to mark one's place.

2. Verb (transitive):

   • To fold down the corner of a page to mark a place.

Usage

• As a Noun: Refers to the physical, often triangular, folded corner itself.
• As a Verb: Describes the action of creating such a fold.

Examples

• Noun: The old library book was full of dog-ears, showing it had been read by many people. Please avoid making a dog-ear in my book; use a bookmark instead.

• Verb: He dog-eared the page so he could easily find the recipe again. I never dog-ear important documents; I consider it damaging.

Advanced Usage

• "to be dog-eared" (adjective phrase): Describes a book or document whose pages have many such folds, indicating heavy use or age.

Variants and Related Words

• Dog-eared (adj.): Having corners that are worn or bent down with use.

Synonyms

• Corner fold (n.): A less common, more descriptive term.
• Turn down (v.): To fold over (a more general verb for the action).

Notes

• The term is often considered informal. In formal or academic contexts, using a bookmark is typically preferred to avoid damaging materials.
• The name likely comes from the visual resemblance of the folded corner to a dog's floppy ear.

Noun

1. a corner of a page turned down to mark your place