... in response to There are many definitions..., posted by MarkInTx on Jan 9, 2003mark [1] (märk) n., v.
n.
1. a visible impression on a surface, as a
line, spot, scratch, dent, or stain.
2. a symbol used in writing or printing: a
punctuation mark.
3. a token or indication; sign: to bow as a
mark of respect.
4. a noticeable or lasting effect; imprint:
The experience had left its mark on her.
5. a distinctive or characteristic trait: a
mark of nobility.
6. a device or symbol serving to identify,
indicate origin or ownership, etc.
7. TRADEMARK.
8. a sign, usu. a cross, made instead of a
signature.
9. a. a symbol used in rating a student's
achievement; grade.
b. Often, any evaluative
rating: gave him high marks for
trying.
10. an object or sign serving to indicate
position.
11. a point reached, as on a scale or in a
process: the halfway mark.
12. a recognized or required standard of
merit: work that's not up to the mark.
13. a target; goal: to miss the mark.
14. distinction; note: a man of mark.
15. a. an object of derision or abuse: an
easy mark for bullies.
b. the victim of a swindle.
16. (cap.) (used with a numeral to designate a
model of an item of manufacture, as a
weapon or car.).
17. the starting line in a race.
18. any of the points marked at intervals on a
sounding line to indicate depth.
19. a tract of land held in common by a
medieval Germanic community.
20. Archaic. land forming a boundary.
