1. a mark, sign, or symbol on something
2. the natural patterns or colors on an animal or plant
3. the process of evaluating and grading student work
Usage: educational

1. present participle of mark

Examples

• The road markings were clearly visible in the daylight.
• The zebra’s distinctive markings help it blend with the herd.
• She spent the evening marking her students’ essays.
• The teacher is marking the correct answers on the test.
• Strange markings were found carved into the ancient stone.
• The bird’s colorful markings made it easy to identify.
• He was marking important passages in his textbook.