The word "mark" is a four-letter word with a basic English spelling. It is pronounced /mɑrk/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The spelling of the word involves one syllable, one vowel sound, and four consonant sounds. The letter "a" in "mark" is pronounced with an open back unrounded vowel sound. The letter "r" at the end of the word is vocalized in American English, while it remains silent in British English. This word has various definitions, including a symbol or sign, a grade or score for a test, or a scratch or stain.
Mark (noun):
1. An identifiable indication or impression made on a surface, object, or material with a pen, pencil, brush, or other writing or drawing tool, often serving as a distinguishing symbol, sign, or label.
2. A spot, blemish, or discoloration on a person's or animal's skin, typically resulting from injury, disease, or aging.
3. A visible sign or evidence of something's presence, occurrence, or history.
4. A measure or standard used for comparison, judgment, or evaluation.
5. A specific level or grade achieved on an examination or test, typically represented by a numerical or alphabetical symbol.
6. A target or objective that aims to be reached or attained.
7. A person's or animal's individual distinctive characteristics or features, often used for identification or tracking purposes.
8. A trace or imprint left on a surface or material as a result of pressure, contact, or exposure to certain substances.
9. A noteworthy accomplishment, achievement, or milestone.
10. A written or printed symbol used to represent a sound, word, or concept in a particular language or script.
11. A unit of currency in several countries, such as Germany and Finland.
Mark (verb):
1. To make a visible sign or impression on a surface, object, or material using a pen, pencil, brush, or other writing or drawing tool.
2. To indicate or designate an area, point, or object with a distinguishing symbol, sign, or label.
3. To leave a noticeable trace or evidence of the presence, occurrence, or history of something.
4. To assign a grade or score to someone's work, performance, or examination.
5. To commemorate, celebrate, or highlight an event or occasion.
6.
1. Any spot, line, or other figure on the surface, visible through difference in color, elevation, or other peculiarity. 2. Infundibulum, the hollow in the incisor tooth of a horse, extending down about half an inch in the milk teeth and rather deeper in the permanent incisors; it appears as a black mark on the occlusal surface of the incisors; as the permanent incisors wear away by attrition, the mark tends gradually to disappear, and it is chiefly by a study of its condition that one is able to tell the age of a horse.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
• Any visible impression, as a line, streak, or channel; any sign of distinction; a print; a stamp; evidence; sign; notice taken; an object; that at which a missile is directed; conspicuous character, as a man of mark; impression produced by ability or character, as "he has made his mark;" the X made by a person who cannot write his name.
• To draw or make an impression on or in; to impress with a token; to denote; to heed or regard; to observe.
• An ancient piece of money, equal to 13s. 4d.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "mark" has its roots in Old English, derived from the Proto-Germanic word "markōną". This term referred to a boundary, sign, or boundary stone that marked a division or limit. The word further traces back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*mereg-", meaning "boundary" or "border". Over time, the meaning of "mark" expanded to include a symbol or sign used for identification or measurement, such as a tally mark or marking on a calendar. Additionally, the word evolved to refer to a target or goal, as in hitting the mark or aiming for a desired outcome.