English

mark

mɑrk, mɑːrk, mɑːk
Meaning: a small area on the surface of something that is damaged, dirty, or different in some way; a symbol or grade
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: mɑːrk, mɑːk

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Example sentences

The dirty plate left a mark on the table.
The dirty plate left a mark on the table.
The Roman conquest of Britain left a lasting mark on the island's history.
The Roman conquest of Britain left a lasting mark on the island's history.

Usage Notes

Commonly refers to a stain or scratch on a surface. It can also mean a grade in school or a symbol like a question mark.

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