marking
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B2
🇺🇸
/ˈmɑrkɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˈmɑːkɪŋ/
(mark)
impression or indication
Etymology
Etymology Information
'marking' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'mearcian,' where 'mearc' meant 'boundary' or 'sign.'
Historical Evolution
'mearcian' transformed into the Middle English word 'marken,' and eventually became the modern English word 'marking.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to set a boundary or sign,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'making a visible trace or impression.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a visible trace or impression on a surface, often used to identify or distinguish something.
The markings on the tree indicated the path.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'mark'.
She is marking the papers.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35