Mark

/mɑːrk/ noun, verb

A mark is a visible sign, line, or spot on a surface, or a symbol used for writing or grading. To mark means to make such a sign, to show where something is, or to give a score or label to something.

From Old English 'mearc' meaning 'sign, boundary, or trace', related to German 'Marke'. It has always been about making something noticeable or setting limits.

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