earmark
US /ˈɪr.mɑːrk/
UK /ˈɪə.mɑːk/
名词
特征, 标志
a characteristic or identifying mark or quality
示例:
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The distinct writing style was his earmark.
独特的写作风格是他的标志。
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The project had the earmark of success from the start.
这个项目从一开始就带有成功的印记。
动词
指定, 拨出
designate (something, typically funds or resources) for a particular purpose
示例:
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The committee decided to earmark a portion of the budget for educational programs.
委员会决定拨出一部分预算用于教育项目。
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These funds have been earmarked for disaster relief.
这些资金已指定用于救灾。
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