markdown

1 of 2

noun

mark·​down ˈmärk-ˌdau̇n 

1

: a lowering of price

2

: the amount by which an original selling price is reduced

mark down

2 of 2

verb

marked down; marking down; marks down

transitive verb

: to put a lower price on

Synonyms

Verb

• reduce
• write down

Examples of markdown in a Sentence

Verb

marked down all seasonal goods immediately after the holidays

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Amazon’s Prime-Exclusive Discounts hub is entirely dedicated to exclusive member-only markdowns. —Clara McMahon, People.com, 26 July 2025

The Wayfair Black Friday in July sale began today and runs through July 28, offering steep markdowns on thousands of items ideal for a mid-year home refresh. —Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2025

Verb

The retailer just quietly marked down so many summer travel essentials for outdoor enthusiasts, and from camping gear to breathable apparel, there’s no shortage of deals that are yours for the taking. —Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2025

Right now, they’re marked down to a great price at 28% off. —Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1880, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1833, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for markdown

• adown
• blowdown
• breakdown
• countdown
• crackdown
• crosstown
• downtown
• drawdown
• dropdown
• facedown
• godown
• hometown

Kids Definition

markdown

1 of 2 noun

mark·​down ˈmärk-ˌdau̇n 

1

: a lowering of price

2

: the amount by which an original selling price is reduced

mark down

2 of 2 verb

(ˈ)märk-ˈdau̇n

: to put a lower price on

marked down all the books for the sale