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Marker Definition: Pen & Scorekeeper Explained (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：a thick-tipped pen (Marker)
Marker
/ˈmɑːrkər/
n.
A pen with a thick tip and colored ink, used for writing or drawing, especially on surfaces like whiteboards.
a thick-tipped pen
➕
/ə θɪk ˈtɪpt pɛn/
n.
A writing instrument with a broad, often felt or fiber tip, used with colored ink for writing, drawing, or highlighting on surfaces such as whiteboards, paper, or cardboard.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From 'mark' (noun/verb) + agent suffix '-er'; one that marks or makes marks.
💡 Mnemonic
Think of a 'marker' as something that leaves a 'mark' – the 'er' does the action.
📖 Example
The teacher used a red marker to circle the spelling mistakes in my essay.
The teacher used a red marker to circle the spelling mistakes in my essay.
🔗 Collocations
permanent marker – a marker whose ink cannot be easily erased
whiteboard marker – a marker designed for use on dry-erase boards
marker pen – a pen with a broad tip for marking
🔄 Synonyms
felt-tip pen (n.) – a pen with a tip made of felt or fiber
highlighter (n.) – a marker with bright, translucent ink used to emphasize text
🚫 Antonyms
eraser (n.) – an object used to remove marks
🌱 Derivatives
marker board (n.) – a board designed to be written on with markers
📖 Cultural Story
The word 'marker' for pens emerged in the mid-20th century alongside the invention of felt-tip pens. 'Marker' emphasizes its function to leave a visible mark on surfaces like whiteboards or paper.
Meaning 2：a scorekeeper (Marker)
Marker
/ˈmɑːrkər/
n.
A person who records the score in a game or competition.
a scorekeeper
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/ə ˈskɔːrˌkiːpər/
n.
A person responsible for recording the scores, points, or results during a game, competition, or match, often updating a scoreboard or official record.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
After each goal, the marker quickly updated the numbers on the scoreboard.
After each goal, the marker quickly updated the numbers on the scoreboard.
🔗 Collocations
official marker – an authorized person who keeps the official score
score marker – a person who marks the score
🔄 Synonyms
scorekeeper (n.) – a person who keeps a record of points in a game
tally keeper (n.) – someone who records tallies or scores
🚫 Antonyms
player (n.) – a participant in the game, not the one recording scores
🌱 Derivatives
marker's table (n.) – the table or area where the marker sits
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