Marker

usgb/ˈmɑːrkər/
noun

A pen that has a felt tip and produces thick lines.

She used a black marker to label all the boxes.
Visual representation of "marker" - A pen that has a felt tip and produces thick lines.

Often appears as...

  • permanent marker
  • magic marker
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Visual representation of "marker"
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Color Coding

Markers are often used to color code information for better visual sorting and memory retention.

Illustration for Color Coding
She color-coded her notes with blue and green markers.
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Non-Washable

Many markers, especially permanent ones, cannot be washed off easily, so be careful with their use.

Illustration for Non-Washable
Use a whiteboard marker here, not a permanent marker.
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