hallmark

• Nom désignant une caractéristique ou une qualité distinctive typique d'une personne, d'un objet ou d'une situation ; également un signe ou une marque de qualité reconnue.

A noun referring to a distinctive feature, characteristic, or quality that is typical of a particular person, thing, or situation.

1. Distinctive featureB2formal

   A distinctive characteristic or quality that is typical of a person, thing, or place.

   Caractéristique distinctive

   • Precision is the hallmark of a skilled surgeon.
   • The use of vibrant colors is a hallmark of her painting style.
   • Hospitality is a hallmark of their culture.

   Synonymesbadgecharacteristicdistinctive featureearmarkmarkmarkersignaturestamptrademarktrait

2. Official stampB2formal

   An official mark or stamp on gold, silver, or platinum items that indicates purity, origin, or maker.

   Poinçon officiel

   • The ring bears a hallmark from the London Assay Office.
   • Check the hallmark to verify the silver's authenticity.
   • The hallmark on the bracelet shows it is 18-karat gold.

   Synonymesassay-markstamp