Meaning of the word hallmark in English

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hallmark

US /ˈhɑːl.mɑːrk/
UK /ˈhɑːl.mɑːrk/

Noun

1.

a mark stamped on articles of gold, silver, or platinum in Britain, certifying their standard of purity.

Verb

1.

stamp with a hallmark.

Example:
he was reprimanded for not hallmarking his work
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