earmark (Meaning)
earmark (n)
identification mark on the ear of a domestic animal
a distinctive characteristic or attribute
earmark (v)
give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause
earmark (n.)
A mark on the ear of sheep, oxen, dogs, etc., as by cropping or slitting.
A mark for identification; a distinguishing mark.
earmark (v. t.)
To mark, as sheep, by cropping or slitting the ear.
Synonyms & Antonyms of earmark
earmark Sentence Examples
- The government earmarked a large sum of money for infrastructure development.
- The company earmarked a portion of its profits for expansion and innovation.
- The organization earmarked funds specifically for educational programs.
- The grant was earmarked for research into renewable energy sources.
- The mayor earmarked a part of the city budget for improving public transportation.
- The team earmarked their top player for the upcoming match.
- The designer earmarked a color scheme for the new product line.
- The doctor earmarked a time slot for follow-up appointments.
- The family earmarked a room in their house for guests.
- The library earmarked a section for young adult readers.
FAQs About the word earmark
identification mark on the ear of a domestic animal, a distinctive characteristic or attribute, give or assign a resource to a particular person or causeA mark
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neglect, ignore, neglect,ignore, misuse,misuse,misapply, misapply
The government earmarked a large sum of money for infrastructure development.
The company earmarked a portion of its profits for expansion and innovation.
The organization earmarked funds specifically for educational programs.
The grant was earmarked for research into renewable energy sources.
