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marking Definition

mark·ing (mär′kiŋ)

noun

  1. the act of making a mark or marks
  2. a mark or marks
  3. the characteristic arrangement of marks or coloring, as of a plant or animal

marking Synonyms

marking

modif. & n.

  1. Designating

    pointing out, characterizing, noticing, recognizing, distinguishing, showing, specifying, indicating, naming, terming, calling, denominating; see also sense 2.

  2. Making a mark upon

    imprinting, scoring, blazing, stamping, tagging, branding, ticketing, labeling, notching, lettering, initialing, inscribing, impressing, earmarking, signing; see also sense 1.

marking Usage Examples

Preposition: on

  • underside: Visually impaired customers will find tactile markings on the underside of the handrails of the main stairs.
  • dial: One last question, what are the markings on the dial or the case of these clocks?
  • wing: The female is larger than the male and has much clearer markings on the wings - whilst the male is darker brown in color.
  • stone: Plants and bushes had overrun many of the stones, and I could barely make out the markings on the stones.

Preposition: at

junction: The improvements to signals and lane markings at the junction are aimed at reducing the number of accidents.

Converse of subject

indicate: The path is indicated by red markings on trees and rocks and it is strictly forbidden to leave the track within the park.

Adjective modifier

  • tabby: Red - The coat is a warm rich red, tabby markings are permissible.
  • tactile: Visually impaired customers will find tactile markings on the underside of the handrails of the main stairs.
  • luminous: Built-in magnifying lens and luminous markings for night navigation are other important features for the most demanding users.
  • White: Return to Top L Laces: White markings on the legs.
  • incised: There are now remaining other incised markings to be noticed, which are of highly interesting character.
  • tan: Their coats are white with black or tan markings or can be a combination of these.

Converse of object

  • carry: Some aircraft carry the fin flash while others carry the rudder markings.
  • bear: Interestingly, the stone bearing the markings is also in the shape of a seat.

Noun used with modifier

  • zig-zag: Discuss safety features on roads, such as speed limit signs, zig-zag road markings near school gates, railings and road humps.
  • tabby: In all the self-colours there is no ghost tabby markings or bars.
  • dial: Black dial in military style in typical war time era design, with bold bright dial markings for instant legibility.
  • baton: This one has a silver dial which with baton markings.
  • squadron: Side on shots showing squadron markings are a useful variation.
  • curb: Two yellow curb markings mean no loading or unloading at any time.