earmark | ||
1. | [ noun ] identification mark on the ear of a domestic animal | |
Related terms: | marker | |
2. | [ verb ] give or assign a share of money or time to a particular person or cause | |
Synonyms: | appropriate allow reserve set_aside | |
Examples: | "I will earmark this money for your research" |
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Related terms: | assign reserve | |
3. | [ noun ] a distinctive characteristic or attribute | |
Synonyms: | trademark hallmark stylemark | |
Related terms: | characteristic allow | |