Meaning of the word "mark down" in English

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

mark down

US /mɑːrk daʊn/

UK /mɑːrk daʊn/

to reduce the price of something

Example:

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The store decided to mark down all winter coats by 30%.

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These items have been marked down for quick sale.

Synonym:

discount reduce lower cut slash

to write something down, especially as a record or reminder

Example:

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Please mark down the attendance for today's meeting.

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I need to mark down these ideas before I forget them.

Synonym:

note down write down record jot down register

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