Verbs for Marking

to leave a sign, line, etc. on something

Please use a pencil to mark the location where the measurements should be taken.

to put a check mark on or near an item to show it is done or verified

Please check the tasks off your list when finished.

to put or draw a mark on something in order to make it more noticeable

The supervisor asked the team to flag any errors in the report with a red highlight.

to emphasize the importance of something by making it seem more noticeable

In the memo, the manager underlined the urgency of completing the project by the end of the week.

to make a picture of something using a pencil, pen, etc. without coloring it

He drew a cute cat on the paper for his little sister.

to cover a surface or object with a colored liquid, usually for decoration

They spent the weekend painting their living room walls a soothing shade of blue.

a black or colored liquid used for drawing, writing, etc.

The artist used black ink to create intricate line drawings in their sketchbook.

a design on the skin marked permanently by putting colored ink in the small holes of the skin

She got a small butterfly tattoo on her wrist.

the name that a particular product or service is identified with

Apple is known for its innovative products and strong brand identity worldwide.

to make a lasting mark on a surface or material through pressure or contact

The author's signature was imprinted on the title page of each limited edition book.

to make small cuts or marks on a surface

The sharp rock accidentally scratched the surface of the car's paint.

to create marks or discoloration on a surface, usually by accidentally spilling or allowing a substance to absorb

Spilling coffee on the carpet may stain it if not cleaned promptly.

to mark something with irregular spots

Be cautious not to splotch the tablecloth with spilled juice.

a small, round mark or spot

She put a red dot on the map to mark the location of her house.

to mark with small, tiny spots

The artist used a fine brush to fleck the mural with delicate details.

to make a mark or spot on a surface by spreading a liquid substance

The rain caused the newspaper ink to run and blot the printed text.

a slight but appreciable amount

a stain that stands out from its surroundings, often uneven or discolored

A red blotch appeared on his cheek after the allergic reaction.

a design consisting of lines or bands with a different color from the background, often used on clothing, textiles, or other surfaces

She wore a sleek black dress with thin white stripes running down the sides.

a typically repeating arrangement of shapes, colors, etc., regularly done as a design on a surface

The wallpaper had a beautiful floral pattern that added elegance to the room.

to imprint a distinctive mark or design on paper or an image, often as a means of identification or to prevent counterfeiting

The artist decided to watermark each page of the sketchbook with a subtle logo.

to press or stamp a design into a surface so it sits below the level of the surface

The leather craftsman skillfully debossed the company logo onto the cover of the notebook.

to create a raised design or pattern on a surface, typically by impressing or stamping with a die or tool

The artist decided to emboss a floral pattern onto the cover of the greeting card.

a bill for the meal one has been served in a restaurant