Definition of Hallmark
Hallmark
hall·mark
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a distinguishing feature or characteristic of a person or thing;
e.g. The smoky taste was a hallmark of the wine.
(noun)
an official mark stamped on articles of gold, silver, or platinum in England to attest their purity;
e.g. All gold and silver articles made at her workshop have to be stamped with a hallmark to certify the standard of purity.
(verb)
to stamp with a hallmark;
e.g. She made sure to hallmark all her gold and silver sculptures before selling them.
(verb)
to be a conspicuous characteristic or distinctive feature of something;
e.g. An organization hallmarked by efficiency and generosity.
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