mark (A2)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /mɑːrk/
Definition
A visible sign or impression made on a surface, or a spot or stain.
Examples
There was a strange mark on the wall.
He noticed a small mark on his shirt.
The old book had a faded mark on its cover.
How to Use mark
- mark down (phrasal verb)
- To reduce the price of something. — "They marked down the prices for the end-of-season sale."
- mark up (phrasal verb)
- To increase the price of something, especially by a fixed percentage. — "The store marked up the new products by 20%."
- mark on (prepositional phrase)
- A sign or impression on a surface. — "There is a scratch mark on the car door."
- mark for (prepositional phrase)
- To designate something for a specific purpose or person. — "This area is marked for special attention."
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