marker

noun
UK: /ˈmɑːkər/
US: /ˈmɑːrkər/

  1. A pen with a broad tip, used for writing or drawing.

    1. I need a marker to write on this box.
    2. The artist used a special marker to create vibrant colors in the artwork.

  2. A sign or object that shows the position of something.

    1. This stone acts as a marker for the property line.
    2. The buoy serves as a marker to warn boats of shallow water near the shore.

  3. Something that is a typical feature or sign of something else.

    1. The rise in temperature is a marker of climate change.
    2. His dedication to the project was a marker of his strong work ethic.

Synonyms

pen highlighter sign indicator symbol celebrate commemorate assess grade evaluate
marker transitive-verb

  1. To show the position of something.

    1. Marker the path clearly for the hikers.
    2. The team used flags to marker the location of the buried treasure.

  2. To celebrate or remember an event.

    1. We will marker the anniversary with a special event.
    2. The city plans to marker the historical event with a parade and festival.

  3. To assess or grade something, like a test or assignment.

    1. I need to marker these papers before the end of the day.
    2. The teacher used a rubric to marker the students' essays fairly and consistently.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "marker" in English means: A pen with a broad tip, used for writing or drawing., A sign or object that shows the position of something., Something that is a typical feature or sign of something else..

The phonetic transcription of "marker" is /ˈmɑːkər/ in British English and /ˈmɑːrkər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "marker": pen, highlighter, sign, indicator, symbol, celebrate, commemorate, assess, grade, evaluate.

Example usage of "marker": "I need a marker to write on this box.". More examples on the page.