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mark. The first 10 are listed below.
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Main Entry:
1mark 
Pronunciation:
märk
Function:
noun
Etymology: Old English
mearc "boundary"
1 a : a noticeable object serving as a guide for travelers
b : something (as a line, notch, or fixed object) designed to record position <high-water
mark>
c : something aimed at
: TARGET d : the starting line or position in a track event
e : an object of ridicule
f : a standard of performance, quality, or condition <not up to the
mark>
2 a : something that gives evidence of something else
: SIGN, INDICATION <a
mark of friendship>
b : an impression (as a scar, scratch, or stain) made on a surface
c : a characteristic or distinguishing trait or quality
d : a cross made in place of a signature
e : a written or printed symbol
f : a symbol (as a brand or label) used for identification (as of ownership or quality)
g : a symbol (as a number or letter) representing a teacher's estimation of the quality of work or conduct
: GRADE3 a : IMPORTANCE, DISTINCTION <stands out as a person of
mark>
b : a lasting or strong impression <worked at several jobs but didn't make much of a
mark>
synonym see <
SUP>1sign
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