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mark

 
 
pronunciation:
mark
parts of speech:
noun, verb
phrases:
mark down, mark up
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a spot, line, or other shape that can be seen on a surface.
The wet glass left a mark on the table.
 
similar words:
dot, scar, score, spot, stain
definition 2: a grade on a school test, report, or other work.
Megan gets good marks in school.
synonyms:
score
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part of speech: verb
inflections: marks, marking, marked
definition 1: to put a spot, line, or other shape on.
Barbara marked the front door with her dirty hands.
similar words:
scratch, sign, spot, stain, stamp
definition 2: to give a grade to.
The teacher marked the tests and returned them.
similar words:
evaluate, judge, rank
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phrase: mark down, mark up
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  • marker:
    a pen with a thick tip.