Bookmarking: meaning, definitions and examples

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bookmarking

 

[ˈbʊkˌmɑːrkɪŋ ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

online activity

Bookmarking refers to the process of saving a link to a web page or digital resource for easy access in the future. It allows users to quickly return to a specific site without searching for it again.

Synonyms

favoriting, saving, starring.

Examples of usage

  • I often use bookmarking to save interesting articles I find online.
  • Bookmarking your favorite websites can enhance your browsing experience.
  • She started bookmarking recipes she wanted to try later.
Context #2 | Noun

web feature

A bookmarking feature allows users to store and organize URLs of their preferred websites. This method helps in quick navigation and can often be categorized for better accessibility.

Synonyms

link storage, web favorites.

Examples of usage

  • The browser's bookmarking system makes it easy to find saved links.
  • I have a folder dedicated to bookmarking travel websites.
  • Bookmarking is essential for effective online research.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'bookmark' combines 'book' and 'mark', indicating a marker for books.
  • Originated in the 16th century when people would use pieces of paper or fabric to mark their place in books.

Technology

  • Web bookmarking began with the rise of the internet, allowing users to save links to favorite web pages.
  • Many modern browsers now include features to organize bookmarks into folders and categories for easier access.

Education

  • Bookmarking is essential for students and researchers, as it helps organize valuable sources of information.
  • In digital classrooms, teachers often encourage students to bookmark educational websites for future reference.

Culture

  • In different cultures, physical bookmarks can be made from various materials, including paper, wood, and fabric, often featuring art or quotes.
  • Some literary festivals distribute unique bookmarks to promote authors and their works.

Psychology

  • Bookmarking aids memory by creating a mental cue associated with revisiting the content, enhancing recall.
  • The act of saving or bookmarking digital content reflects an individual's intentions and interests, serving as a window into their preferences.

Translations

Translations of the word "bookmarking" in other languages:

🇵🇹 marcação de página

🇮🇳 बुकमार्किंग

🇩🇪 Lesezeichen setzen

🇮🇩 penandaan buku

🇺🇦 закладка

🇵🇱 zakładka

🇯🇵 ブックマーク

🇫🇷 marquage de page

🇪🇸 marcador

🇹🇷 yer imi

🇰🇷 북마크

🇸🇦 إشارة مرجعية

🇨🇿 záložka

🇸🇰 záložka

🇨🇳 书签

🇸🇮 zaznamek

🇮🇸 bókamerki

🇰🇿 кітап белгілеу

🇬🇪 ბუკმარკინგი

🇦🇿 işarə

🇲🇽 marcador