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Definition of earmark
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 : a mark of identification on the ear of an animal
2 : a distinguishing mark
all the earmarks of poverty
3 : a provision in Congressional legislation that allocates a specified amount of money for a specific project, program, or organization
earmark
verbearmarked; earmarking; earmarks
Definition of earmark (Entry 2 of 2)
1a : to mark (livestock) with an earmark
b : to mark in a distinguishing manner
2 : to designate (something, such as funds) for a specific use or owner
money earmarked for education
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