Yahoo Web Search

Search results

1. Dictionary

   mark

   /mɑːk/

   noun

   • 1. a small area on a surface having a different colour from its surroundings, typically one caused by damage or dirt: "the blow left a red mark down one side of her face" Similar blemishstreakspotfleckdotblotstainsmeartracespeckspeckleblotchsmudgesmutsmirchfingermarkfingerprintimpressionimprintbruisediscolorationscarpitpockmarkpockscratchdentchipnotchnicklinescorecutincisiongashmarkingblazestripebirthmarkinformal:splotchsplodgetechnical:stigma
   • ▪ a spot, area, or feature on a person's or animal's body by which they may be identified or recognized: "he was five feet nine, with no distinguishing marks"
   • 2. a line, figure, or symbol made as an indication or record of something: "the first syllable has a stress mark" Similar symbolsigncharacterexclamation markquestion markquotation markdiacriticdiacritical mark
   • ▪ a sign or indication of a quality or feeling: "the flag was at half mast as a mark of respect" Similar signtokensymbolindicationbadgeemblemsymptomfeatureevidenceproofcluehintcharacteristicfeaturetraitattributequalityhallmarkbadgestamppropertypeculiarityindicator
   • ▪ a written symbol made on a document in place of a signature by someone who cannot write: "he signed his mark in the visitor's book" Similar signatureautographcrossXscribblesquiggleinitialsimprint
   • ▪ a competitor's starting point in a race.
   • ▪ a piece of material or a knot used to indicate a depth on a sounding line.
   • ▪ one of two possible states of a signal in certain systems.
   • ▪ a level or stage that is considered significant: "unemployment had passed the two million mark" Similar pointlevelstagedegree
   • ▪ a particular temperature level in a gas oven: British "preheat the oven to Gas Mark 5"
   • 3. a point awarded for a correct answer or for proficiency in an examination or competition: British "many candidates lose marks because they don't read the questions carefully"
   • ▪ a figure or letter representing the total number of marks awarded in an examination or competition and signifying a person's score: "the highest mark was 98 per cent" Similar gradegradingratingscorepercentageassessmentevaluation
   • ▪ an official assessment of a horse's form, expressed as a figure between 0 and 140 and used as the basis for calculating the weight the horse has to carry in a race: "horses tend to run off a higher mark over fences than they would over hurdles"
   • ▪ (especially in athletics) a time or distance achieved by a competitor, especially one which represents a record or personal best: "he blasted away from the field during the second lap to knock a second off the existing mark" Similar required standardstandardnormparlevelcriteriongaugeyardstickrulemeasurescale
   • 4. (followed by a numeral) a particular model or type of a vehicle or machine: "a Mark 10 Jaguar"
   • 5. a target: "few bullets could have missed their mark" Similar targetgoalaimbullseyeobjectiveobjectendpurposeintentintention
   • ▪ a person who is easily deceived or taken advantage of: informal US "they figure I'm an easy mark"
   • 6. the act of cleanly catching the ball direct from a kick, knock-on, or forward throw by an opponent, on or behind one's own 22-metre line, and exclaiming ‘Mark’, after which a free kick can be taken by the catcher.
   • ▪ an act of catching a ball that has been kicked at least fifteen metres before it reaches the ground, or the spot from which the subsequent kick is taken.

   verb

   • 1. make a visible impression or stain on: "he fingered the photograph gently, careful not to mark it" Similar discolourstainsmearsmudgestreakblotchblotblemishdirtysmirchdamagedefacedisfigurepockmarkpitbruisescrapescratchscardentchipnicknotchscorecutgashinformal:splotchsplodge
   • ▪ become stained: "they're made from a woven surface which doesn't mark or tear"
   • 2. write a word or symbol on (an object) in order to give information: "she marked all her possessions with her name" Similar put one's name onnameinitialput one's seal onlabeltaghallmarkwatermarkbrandstampearmarkindicatelabelflagtabshow the position ofshowidentifydesignatedelineatedenotetick
   • ▪ write or draw (a word, symbol, line, etc.) on an object: "she marked the date down on a card"
   • 3. indicate the position of: "the top of the pass marks the border between Alaska and the Yukon" Similar put one's name onnameinitialput one's seal onlabeltaghallmarkwatermarkbrandstampearmark
   • ▪ (of a particular quality or feature) distinguish (someone or something) from other people or things: "his brand of theatrical pop has marked him as one of modern music 's most innovative talents"
   • ▪ acknowledge or celebrate (an important event) with a particular action: "to mark its fiftieth birthday the charity held a fashion show" Similar celebrateobserverecognizeacknowledgekeephonoursolemnizepay tribute tosalutecommemorateremembermemorialize
   • ▪ be an indication of (a significant event or stage): "the incidents marked a new phase in the terrorist campaign" Similar representsignifybe an indication ofbe a sign ofindicateherald
   • ▪ be a noteworthy quality or feature of: "the reaction to these developments has been marked by a note of hysteria" Similar characterizedistinguishidentifytypifybrandsignalizestamp
   • ▪ (of a clock or watch) show (a certain time): British "his watch marked five past eight"
   • 4. (of a teacher or examiner) assess the standard of (written work) by assigning points for proficiency or correct answers: British "the examiner may have hundreds of scripts to mark" Similar assessevaluateappraisecorrectgrade
   • 5. notice or pay careful attention to: "he'll leave you, you mark my words!" Similar take heed ofpay heed toheedlisten totake note/notice ofpay attention toattend tonotemindbear in mindgive (a) thought totake into considerationtake to heartarchaic:regard
   • 6. (of a player in a team game) stay close to (an opponent) in order to prevent them getting or passing the ball: British "each central defender marks one attacker"
   • ▪ catch (the ball) from a kick of at least ten metres: "I did well at marking the ball"

   Word Origin Old Englishmearc, gemerce (noun), mearcian (verb), of Germanic origin; from an Indo-European root shared by Latin margo ‘margin’.

   Scrabble Points: 10

   • M

     3

   • A

     1

   • R

     1

   • K

     5

   Powered by Oxford Dictionaries

   More definitions, origin and scrabble points

2. People also ask

   What does mark mean?

   • Get a quick, free translation! MARK definition: 1. a small area on the surface of something that is damaged, dirty, or different in some way: 2. a…. Learn more.

   MARK | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

   dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/mark

   See all results for this question

   What is a mark on a calendar?

   • A mark is some kind of dot, line, or figure that emphasizes or distinguishes something. You might make a mark on your calendar to remind you of your best friend's birthday. There are many kinds of marks, from punctuation — like quotation marks — to spots or scars on skin — "The bee sting left a mark on his cheek."

   Mark - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

   www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/mark

   See all results for this question

   What does Marca mean?

   • marca, nota, dar nota a… Need a translator? Get a quick, free translation! MARK definition: 1. a small area on the surface of something that is damaged, dirty, or different in some way: 2. a….

   MARK | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

   dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/mark

   See all results for this question

   What is a mark in vocabulary?

   • Whether you’re a teacher or a learner, Vocabulary.com can put you or your class on the path to systematic vocabulary improvement. A mark is some kind of dot, line, or figure that emphasizes or distinguishes something. You might make a mark on your calendar to remind you of your best friend's birthday.

   Mark - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

   www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/mark

   See all results for this question

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishMARK | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

   dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › english

   • Cached

   Learn the meaning of mark as a noun and a verb in English, with synonyms, antonyms, and idioms. Find out how to use mark in different contexts, such as school work, sports, money, and symbols.

   • English (US)

     MARK meaning: 1. a small area on the surface of something...

   • Znaczenie Mark, Definicja W Cambridge English Dictionary

     MARK definicja: 1. a small area on the surface of something...

4. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › markMark Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

   www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › mark

   • Cached

   Learn the various meanings and uses of the word mark as a noun and a verb, with synonyms, examples, and phrases. Find out the origin and history of mark as a unit of weight and value, and as a biblical and literary figure.

5. www.dictionary.com › browse › markMARK Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

   www.dictionary.com › browse › mark

   • Cached

   a visible impression or trace on something, such as a line, cut, dent, stain, or bruise: The dye left a small mark on his arm. a badge, brand, or other visible sign assumed or imposed: He carried the banner as a mark of his noble rank. a symbol used in writing or printing: a punctuation mark.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishMARK definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

   www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › english

   • Cached

   Learn the various meanings and uses of the word mark, from a small area of dirt to a symbol or a score. Find synonyms, examples, and grammar tips for mark.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryMARK | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

   dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionary

   • Cached

   MARK meaning: 1. a small area on the surface of something that is damaged, dirty, or different in some way: 2. a…. Learn more.

8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › markMark - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

   www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › mark

   A mark is some kind of dot, line, or figure that emphasizes or distinguishes something. You might make a mark on your calendar to remind you of your best friend's birthday.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › markMARK | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

   dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › mark

   • Cached

   Learn the meaning of mark as a noun and a verb in English, with examples of usage and pronunciation. Find out how to use mark to describe an area, a score, a level, a sign, or an occasion.