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Definition mark in British English

mark verb

verb
/mɑː(r)k/
1

to make a mark on the surface of something so that its appearance is spoiled or damaged

Example

Her cheek was marked with scratches.

Synonyms and related words
damage spoil mark
1.1

if something marks, its appearance becomes spoiled or damaged by a mark made on its surface

Example

Shiny wooden surfaces tend to mark very easily.

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draw mark outline
2

to write or draw words, letters, symbols etc on something for a particular purpose

Example

We entered through a door marked 'Private'.

Example

Foods marked with a red star are included in the recipe section.

Example

His job is to mark lines on roads.

Example

Anyone who is late will be marked absent.

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mark tick cross out
3

to judge the quality of a student's work and write a mark on it

Example

I spent the evening marking first-year essays.

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mark grade pass
4

to show the position of something

Example

A memorial plaque will mark the spot where he died.

Example

A high stone wall marked the boundary of the Roscarrock estate.

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mark tick cross out
5

to show that something is happening

Example

The book marked a change in direction for Scottish literature.

Example

This tournament marks the official start of the season.

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signify stand for symbolize
6

to be an important or typical feature of someone or something

Example

He maintained the humble attitude that has always marked his public appearances.

Example

Public gatherings were generally marked by restraint and control.

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feature enter into characterize
7

to celebrate something

Example

A ceremony was held to mark the occasion.

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celebrate celebration parade
8

to stay close to a member of the other team in a game such as football in order to prevent them from getting the ball or playing effectively

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blank block bully off
Definition mark in British English

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