Bookmarked: meaning, definitions and examples
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bookmarked
[ ˈbʊkˌmɑːrkt ]
internet usage
To 'bookmark' something refers to the action of saving a web page or a location in digital content for easy access in the future. It allows users to quickly return to their favorite pages without needing to search for them again. This functionality is commonly found in web browsers and applications. Bookmarking can also refer to marking a page in physical books using markers or other tools to indicate important sections for later review.
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Examples of usage
- I bookmarked the recipe page for later.
- Make sure to bookmark this article for future reference.
- He bookmarked his favorite websites.
- She always bookmarks interesting news stories.
Etymology
The term 'bookmark' originated in the early days of book publishing and reading, referring to a physical marker (often a ribbon or piece of paper) used to keep one’s place in a book. The compound word 'bookmark' dates back to at least the 16th century, with 'book' denoting the physical item and 'mark' relating to the action of marking the page. With the advent of the internet and digital content, the term evolved to include digital bookmarks, which serve the same basic purpose of marking a location but in web browsers or software applications. By the late 1990s and early 2000s, bookmarking had become a crucial feature in web navigation, allowing users to easily save and access frequently visited websites, thus changing the way information was organized and retrieved on the internet.