hallmark
US /ˈhɑːl.mɑːrk/
UK /ˈhɔːl.mɑːk/
名詞
1.
標誌, 特點
a distinguishing characteristic or trait
範例:
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Patience is a hallmark of a good teacher.
耐心是好老師的標誌。
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The company's commitment to quality is its hallmark.
公司對品質的承諾是其標誌。
2.
純度標記, 印記
an official mark stamped on articles of gold, silver, or platinum, certifying their standard of purity
範例:
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The antique silver spoon had a clear hallmark.
這把古董銀勺上有一個清晰的純度標記。
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Jewelry with a genuine hallmark guarantees its value.
帶有真正純度標記的珠寶保證其價值。
動詞
打上純度標記, 蓋印
to stamp an official mark on an article of gold, silver, or platinum
範例:
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The jeweler will hallmark the ring to certify its authenticity.
珠寶商將為戒指打上純度標記以證明其真實性。
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All precious metals must be hallmarked before sale.
所有貴金屬在出售前都必須打上純度標記。