marking

noun

mark·​ing ˈmär-kiŋ 

1

: the act, process, or an instance of making or giving a mark

2

a

: a mark made

b

: arrangement, pattern, or disposition of marks

Examples of marking in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Hur began investigating after documents bearing classification markings from Biden’s years in the Senate and the vice presidency were found at his Delaware home and private office. — Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 27 July 2026

Terrell said the vandalism appears to be markings and does not include words or images. — Maveah Griffith, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026

Witnesses speculated that the markings could be a sign she was strangled, raising concerns about possible foul play. — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026

Instead, the city of Sacramento had removed the curb markings. — Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for marking

• barking
• harking
• parking
• sparking
• benchmarking
• earmarking
• embarking
• remarking
• disembarking
• watermarking

Kids Definition

marking

noun

mark·​ing ˈmär-kiŋ 

1

: the act, process, or an instance of making or giving a mark

the teacher's marking was considered to be fair

2

: a mark made

3

: an arrangement or pattern of marks (as on the coat of an animal)