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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

earmarked

/ɛˈmɑːrkt/ verb · British & US
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What does earmarked mean?

verb

To set aside or reserve (money, time, etc.) for a specific purpose. To mark or indicate (something) as being reserved or set aside.

Example

"The company earmarked $1 million for research and development."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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