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

Take 3-year-old Carl, a thin, tan dog with black and white markings on his face and a shy demeanor. —Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 15 Apr. 2024

Those stage markings and each piece of furniture traveled to every shoot; the crew also carried the same glassware (for toasting) and other props so that each detail would be the same. —Lizzie Hyman, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

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

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)