Meaning of the word marking in English

What does marking mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

marking

US /ˈmɑːr.kɪŋ/
UK /ˈmɑː.kɪŋ/

Noun

1.

a mark or pattern of marks

Example:
The bird had distinctive white markings on its wings.
The animal's fur had beautiful striped markings.
2.

the process of assessing and giving a grade to a piece of work

Example:
The teacher spent hours on the marking of the essays.
Fair marking is essential for student progress.