earmark
noun
1. identification mark on the ear of a domestic animal
Definition categories: communication, mark, marker, marking
2. a distinctive characteristic or attribute
Similar word(s): hallmark, trademark
Definition categories: attribute, characteristic
verb
1. give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause
- I will earmark this money for your research
Similar word(s): allow, appropriate, reserve
Definition categories: cognition, allot, assign, portion
Sentences with earmark as a verb:
- You can donate to the organization as a whole, or you can earmark your contribution for a particular project.