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Definition marking in British English

marking noun

noun
/ˈmɑː(r)kɪŋ/
1

a pattern of natural marks on the surface of something, especially the skin, fur, or feathers of an animal or bird

Example

a big dog with black and white markings

Synonyms and related words
arabesque argyle arrangement
1.1

a pattern of marks painted on the surface of something such as a road or a military vehicle or aircraft

Example

yellow road markings

Example

a plane with British markings

Synonyms and related words
arabesque argyle arrangement
2.1

students' written work that a teacher has to check and give a mark to

Example

Penny gathered up her marking and left the room.

Synonyms and related words
all-nighter blackboard blue book
3

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

Synonyms and related words
backhand backhander ball
Definition marking in British English