watermark
Translation
watermark
Examples
The official document had a faint watermark.
The official document had a faint watermark.
He added a watermark to his digital photos.
He added a watermark to his digital photos.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) watermark a faint design made in some paper that you can see when you hold it up to the light The official document had a faint watermark.
Similar Words
Synonyms: logo, imprint, filigree
Etymology
A compound of 'water' and 'mark'. It originally referred to a mark made on paper when it was still wet (like water).
Memory Tips
Think of a faint 'mark' on paper or a photo, as if it were made with 'water'.