marker

• Nom désignant un objet, un outil ou un signe utilisé pour indiquer une position, surligner du texte ou laisser une trace visible.

A noun referring to an object, tool, or sign used to indicate a position, highlight text, or leave a visible trace.

1. Writing instrumentA2formal

   A pen with a thick tip used for writing or drawing, often with permanent or erasable ink.

   Marqueur

   • She used a red marker to highlight the important text.
   • The teacher wrote on the whiteboard with a blue marker.
   • He bought a set of colorful markers for his art project.

   Synonymesfelt-tip penmagic marker

2. Indicator or signB1formal

   An object, sign, or feature that indicates something or marks a position.

   marqueur (indicateur)

   • The stone pile served as a marker for the trail.
   • Increased heart rate can be a marker of stress.
   • The survey results are a marker of public opinion.

   Synonymesbadgeindicatorlabelmarksignsignalsymboltagtoken

3. Scorekeeping deviceB1informal

   An object used to keep track of points or progress in a game or activity.

   Compteur de points

   • We used a coin as a marker on the board game.
   • The referee placed a marker on the field to show the spot.
   • He moved his marker forward after rolling the dice.

   Synonymeschipcounterscoreboardtallytoken