noun
earmark
Earmark (noun) means a mark or tag put on an animal's ear, usually a farm animal, to show something about it such as who owns it or its health.
noun
1
A mark or tag put on an animal's ear, usually a farm animal, to show something about it such as who owns it or its health.
2
A sign that identifies something; in old use, a mark showing who owned it.
3
The setting aside of money for a particular purpose.
4
(US) Money that Congress has set aside for one particular project.
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Etymology
The noun derives from ear + mark, and the verb in turn derives from the noun.
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What is the meaning of earmark?
"earmark" (noun) means a mark or tag put on an animal's ear, usually a farm animal, to show something about it such as who owns it or its health.
What is another word for earmark?
Other words for "earmark" include trademark, hallmark, stylemark.
What are the different meanings of earmark?
"earmark" has 3 main meanings: 1. A mark or tag put on an animal's ear, usually a farm animal, to show something about it such as who owns it or its health; 2. A sign that identifies something; in old use, a mark showing who owned it; 3. The setting aside of money for a particular purpose.
