mark

//mɑːrk//
A2Frequency Level 6Neutral
Visual representation of mark

Noun

markSingular
marksPlural
1

A visible spot, stain, or line on a surface

There was a dirty mark on the wall.

2

A symbol or sign used to indicate something

A question mark is used at the end of a question.

3

A grade or score given for academic work

She got high marks in all her exams.

4

A target or goal to be aimed at

The arrow fell short of the mark.

5

A level or standard of quality or achievement

The product didn't reach the required quality mark.

Verb

markedPast tense
markedPast participle
markingPresent participle
marksThird-person singular
1

To make a visible spot, stain, or line on something

Be careful not to mark the wall with your dirty hands.

2

To indicate or designate something with a symbol or sign

Please mark the correct answer with an X.

3

To evaluate and assign a grade to academic work

The teacher is marking our tests this weekend.

4

To pay attention to or notice something

Mark my words, you will regret this decision.

5

To celebrate or commemorate an occasion

We marked the anniversary with a special dinner.