earmark
US /ˈɪr.mɑːrk/
UK /ˈɪə.mɑːk/
名詞
特徵, 標誌
a characteristic or identifying mark or quality
範例:
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The distinct writing style was his earmark.
獨特的寫作風格是他的標誌。
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The project had the earmark of success from the start.
這個項目從一開始就帶有成功的印記。
動詞
指定, 撥出
designate (something, typically funds or resources) for a particular purpose
範例:
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The committee decided to earmark a portion of the budget for educational programs.
委員會決定撥出一部分預算用於教育項目。
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These funds have been earmarked for disaster relief.
這些資金已指定用於救災。
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