markings
ˈmɑrkɪŋz
markings: visible lines or shapes on a surface
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Definition of markings - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun, plural

1.
patternsvisible lines or shapes on a surface
  • The tiger's markings help it blend into the jungle.
2.
designdistinctive marks on an object or surface
  • The old vase had unique markings on its base.
detailing insignia ornamentation
3.
cartographysymbols or lines on a map or chart
  • The map's markings indicate hiking trails.
4.
animal patternspatterns of color on an animal's body
  • The tiger's markings help it blend into the jungle.
coat coloration patterning
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  • markings: visible lines or shapes on a surface
    visible lines or shapes on a surface
  • markings: distinctive marks on an object or surface
    distinctive marks on an object or surface
  • markings: patterns of color on an animal's body
    patterns of color on an animal's body

Expressions with markings

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symbols showing how loud or soft to play
The dynamic markings told the pianist to play softly.

Origin of markings

English, mark (sign) + ing (action)

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patterns
having slanted or oblique lines or markings
unmarked paper
paper without lines or markings
animal markings
distinctive dark stripes on a tiger's fur
boxn.
field markings
rectangular area on a sports field
wildlife
North American mammal with black face markings, striped tail, noted for adaptability
kitchen
jug with markings for measuring liquids
packaging
simple packaging without distinctive markings
without markings
not having a sign or marking

Examples of markings in a sentence

  • Ancient pottery often has intricate markings.
  • The artist added intricate markings to the sculpture.
  • The animal's fur had unusual markings.
  • The pilot relied on the markings to navigate safely.
  • Markings on the chart showed underwater hazards.
  • The butterfly's markings are unique to its species.

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  1. French:marques, indications, ...
  2. German:Markierungen, Streifen, ...
  3. Italian:segni, indicazioni, ...
  4. Spanish:marcas, señalizaciones, ...
  5. Portuguese:marcas, marcações, ...
  6. Chinese:斑纹, 花纹, ...
  7. Japanese:模様, マーク, ...
  8. Arabic:عَلَامَات, نقوش, ...
  9. Hebrew:סִימוּנִים, סִימְנֵי זִיהוּי, ...
  10. Russian:отметины, знаки, ...
  11. Ukrainian:позначки, знаки, ...
  12. Hindi:धारियाँ, अंकन, ...
marking
ˈmɑːrkɪŋ

Definition of marking - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
designcoloured lines or patterns on a surface
  • The road markings were freshly painted.
2.
educationUKevaluation of performance by assigning a gradeUK
  • The teacher finished the marking of exams.
assessment grading scoring
3.
identificationdistinguishing symbol or feature
  • The marking on the vase indicated its origin.
emblem insignia symbol
4.
zoologythe arrangement of colours on an animal
  • The bird's markings were vibrant and unique.
coloration pattern stripes

Adjective

1.
indicatingserving to indicate or distinguish
  • The marking lines on the field help players stay within bounds.
denoting indicative signifying
2.
artserving to make a mark or impression
  • The marking tool left a clear line.
distinctive impressionable notable
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Images of marking

  • marking: the arrangement of colours on an animal
    the arrangement of colours on an animal

Expressions with marking

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pen with permanent ink
He wrote his name with a marking pen on the book cover.
organized way of giving scores or grades based on set rules
The new marking system awards extra points for clear explanations.
permanent ink for labeling objects or materials
The workshop provided marking ink for tagging the tools.
tempo shown as beats per minute
The metronome marking indicates 96 beats per minute.
tool for scribing lines parallel to edges
He used a marking gauge to scribe the wood.
woodworking tool for marking precise lines on wood
He used a marking knife to outline the dovetail.

Origin of marking

Old English, mearcian (to trace)

Examples of marking in a sentence

  • Inspect the marking on the cable before installation.
  • Marking of assignments took longer than expected.
  • She was busy with the marking of term papers.
  • The bird's marking helped it blend into the forest.
  • Each soldier's uniform had a unique marking for identification.
  • The tiger's markings helped it blend into the jungle.

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  1. French:marquage, marquant, ...
  2. German:Markierung, markierende, ...
  3. Italian:segnaletica, indicatore, ...
  4. Spanish:señalización, indicador, ...
  5. Portuguese:marcação, indicando, ...
  6. Chinese:标线, 标记的, ...
  7. Japanese:標示, 示す, ...
  8. Arabic:عَلامات, إرشادي, ...
  9. Hebrew:סִימוּן, מְסַמֵּן, ...
  10. Russian:разметка, указывающий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:розмітка, позначаючий, ...
  12. Hindi:निशानियाँ, संकेतक, ...

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