marker

English

noun
Definitions
  • An object used to mark a location.
  • Someone or something that marks.
  • A real or virtual objective, something to be aimed for.
  • A felt-tipped pen.
  • (colloquial) Marks of ink left by this type of pen.
  • (US) A signed note of a debt to be paid.
  • (US) A nonmonetary debt owed to someone, especially in return for a favor.
  • (paintball) A device that fires a paintball.
  • (sports)
  • (biology) A gene or DNA sequence with a known location on a chromosome that can be used to identify individuals or species.
  • (competition) A recognition given by a competition authority that a company is the first to approach it to reveal the existence of a cartel, as a prelude to a formal application for leniency for the company.

Etymology

Suf from English mark (sign, verb senses, characteristic, visible impression).

Origin

English

mark

Gloss

sign, verb senses, characteristic, visible impression

Concept
Semantic Field

Speech and language

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

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