mark off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To separate by or as with a boundary line.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The Latin form, templum, from which the English temple is derived, originally signified an uncovered area marked off by boundaries; especially the place marked off by the augurs to be excepted from all profane uses."
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To indicate as dealt with, as on a list.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “mark off” mean?
To separate by or as with a boundary line.
Is “mark off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.