marking
/ˈmɑɹkɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: markings
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The action of marking.
Noun
Examples
The Seasiders equalised soon after when Gary Taylor-Fletcher made the most of slack marking to slot home.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A mark.
Noun
Examples
Social distancing principles form a part of the essential controls needed to reduce the spread of Coronavirus. [...] For example, measures such as signage and floor markings to provide physical separation will help.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “marking” mean?
The action of marking.
Is “marking” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.