marker — a pen with a thick tip for writing or drawing
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a pen with a thick tip for writing or drawing
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɑrkər/
Example Sentences
- Scientists use genetic markers to track hereditary diseases.
- My teacher confiscated my glittery marker because I was drawing unicorns instead of taking notes.
- The GPS showed we passed the 100-mile marker an hour ago.
marker
NOUN[/ˈmɑrkər/]
a pen with a thick tip for writing or drawing
Drawing with thick-tipped marker
With a bright marker in the darker night, wearing her parker tight!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'marker' developed from the verb 'mark', which derives from Old English 'mearcian' (to make a mark). The agentive suffix '-er' was added to denote either a person who marks or an object used for marking.
Breakdown
mark (to indicate or make a mark) + -er (agent suffix: one who does or a thing that does). The suffix '-er' transforms the verb into a noun denoting both the agent performing the action and the instrument used for the action.
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📝Examples
“Scientists use genetic markers to track hereditary diseases.”
“My teacher confiscated my glittery marker because I was drawing unicorns instead of taking notes.”
“The GPS showed we passed the 100-mile marker an hour ago.”
“The exam marker gave me zero points for writing 'I don't know' in rainbow colors.”
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