marker
Translation
marker pen, indicator, sign
Examples
Use a red marker to circle the answer.
Use a red marker pen to circle the answer.
The stone served as a marker for the trail.
The stone served as a marker for the trail.
This is a key marker of economic recovery.
This is a key marker of economic recovery.
Grammar Patterns
a marker ((for sth.)) a sign for (sth.) The stone served as a marker for the trail.
a marker ((of sth.)) an indicator of (sth.) This is a key marker of economic recovery.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pen, sign, indicator
Etymology
From 'mark' + '-er' (agent noun suffix), meaning something that makes a mark.
Memory Tips
A 'mark-er' is a tool for 'mak-ing' a 'mark'. Simple as that!