earmarked
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/ˈɪrˌmɑrkt/
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/ˈɪəˌmɑːkt/
(earmark)
distinctive mark
Etymology
Etymology Information
'earmark' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'eare,' meaning 'ear,' and 'mearc,' meaning 'mark.'
Historical Evolution
'eare' and 'mearc' combined in Old English to form 'earmearc,' which evolved into the modern English word 'earmark.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a mark on the ear of livestock for identification,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'designating something for a specific purpose.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to designate or set aside for a particular purpose.
The funds were earmarked for the new school project.
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Last updated: 2025/04/17 08:37