earmark

Meaning

Verb

1. To mark (sheep or other animals) by slitting the ear.
2. To specify or set aside for a particular purpose, to allocate.
3. To specify or set aside for a particular purpose, to allocate.

Noun

1. A mark or deformation of the ear of an animal, intended to indicate ownership.
2. The designation of specific projects in appropriations of funding for general programs.
3. A mark for identification; a distinguishing mark.

Synonyms

assign

allot

appoint

allocate

appropriate

set aside

hallmark

mark

destine

brand

reserve

summons

subpoena

designate

allow

ordain

signal

sign

trademark

stylemark

prescribe

property

route

set apart

specified

stamp

stud

symptom

tag

token

impress

apportion

ascribe

attach

attribute

award

bestow

character

consign

dedicate

dispose

distinctive mark

engrave

flag

hold

accredit

keep

label

🏷️

lay out

notice

Etymology

From ear + mark.