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Rareearmark
The correct spelling is earmark.
How to pronounce earmark
noun
Say it like: Eer-mar-k
The correct spelling is earmark. A mark or deformation of the ear of an animal, intended to indicate ownership. For example: "You can donate to the organization as a whole, or you can earmark your contribution for a particular project."
Usage Examples
“You can donate to the organization as a whole, or you can earmark your contribution for a particular project.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A mark or deformation of the ear of an animal, intended to indicate ownership.
- 2.The designation of specific projects in appropriations of funding for general programs.
- 3.A mark for identification; a distinguishing mark.
verb
- 1.To mark (as of sheep) by slitting the ear.
- 2.(by extension) To specify or set aside for a particular purpose, to allocate.
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