Pronunciation: /mɑrk/

Definitions of mark

noun a person's name or nickname

Example Sentences

A1 She put a mark next to the correct answer.

A2 The teacher gave him a high mark on his test.

B1 The company's success in the market is a clear mark of their hard work.

B2 The artist signed his name with a small mark at the bottom of the painting.

C1 The historical monument bears the marks of centuries of wear and tear.

C2 The detective found a crucial mark on the murder weapon that led to the killer's arrest.

verb to give a grade or score to

Example Sentences

A1 I mark my calendar with important dates.

A2 She marks her territory by leaving her scent.

B1 The teacher marks the students' homework assignments.

B2 He marked the trail so he wouldn't get lost in the forest.

C1 The artist's unique style marks him as a true innovator.

C2 Her dedication to her craft has marked her as a master in her field.

Examples of mark in a Sentence

formal The teacher asked the students to put a mark next to the correct answer.

informal I always put a little mark on the corner of my notebook to easily find it.

slang I got a high mark on my math test, I'm so happy!

figurative His dedication to his work has left a lasting mark on the company.

Grammatical Forms of mark

past tense

marked

plural

marks

comparative

more marked

superlative

most marked

present tense

mark

future tense

will mark

perfect tense

have marked

continuous tense

is marking

singular

mark

positive degree

marked

infinitive

to mark

gerund

marking

participle

marked

Origin and Evolution of mark

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'mark' originated from Old English 'mearc' which meant a boundary, sign, or target.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'mark' evolved to also mean a visible impression or symbol, a unit of currency, a grade or score, and a target for shooting or aiming.