watermark
Translation
watermark
Examples
Hold the banknote up to see the watermark.
Hold the banknote up to see the watermark.
He added a digital watermark to his photos.
He added a digital watermark to his photos.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) watermark A faint design in paper or a digital image. The paper has a faint watermark.
Similar Words
Synonyms: imprint, logo, stamp
Etymology
From 'water' and 'mark'. Originally, a mark pressed into paper with water during manufacturing.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'mark' that is faint, as if made with 'water', visible when held to light.