markings

mark-ings · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Patterns or marks on an animal, plant, or object that serve as identification or decoration.

  2. 2.

    Painted lines, symbols, or signs on roads or other surfaces.

  3. 3.

    Written annotations or symbols on documents.

Phrases & expressions

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    identification markings — symbols used to identify aircraft, vehicles, etc.
  • •
    warning markings — symbols indicating danger
  • •
    tribal markings — traditional body decorations or tattoos

Related words

See also: marking, marks, patterns
Synonyms: marks, patterns, signs, symbols

Etymology

Plural of marking, from Old English mearc ("mark, sign") + -ing.