2syllables
earmark
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Definitions ofearmark
1noun
- A mark or deformation of the ear of an animal, intended to indicate ownership.
- The designation of specific projects in appropriations of funding for general programs.
- A mark for identification; a distinguishing mark.
1verb
- To mark (as of sheep) by slitting the ear.
- (by extension) To specify or set aside for a particular purpose, to allocate.
Example: "You can donate to the organization as a whole, or you can earmark your contribution for a particular project."
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