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Wordabulary

mark

Pronunciation
Noun A1 Beginner

Quick answer

A visible spot, line, or stain on a surface, or a grade given for schoolwork.

"There's a dark mark on the carpet where someone spilled coffee."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

stain spot

Usage notes

In British English, "mark" also means the score a student gets on a test.

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "There's a dark _____ on the carpet where someone spilled coffee."

Answer: mark

In your own words, what does "mark" mean?

A visible spot, line, or stain on a surface, or a grade given for schoolwork.

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