Hallmark: meaning, definitions and examples

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hallmark

 

[ ˈhɔːlmɑːk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

branding

A mark indicating quality or excellence, especially in products or services.

Synonyms

badge, seal, symbol, trademark

Examples of usage

  • The company's commitment to customer satisfaction is a hallmark of their brand.
  • The hallmark of this restaurant is its exceptional service and attention to detail.
Context #2 | Noun

celebration

A distinctive feature or characteristic that sets something apart.

Synonyms

attribute, feature, signature, trait

Examples of usage

  • The hallmark of the holiday season is spending time with loved ones.
  • The hallmark of her artistry is the attention to intricate details.

Translations

Translations of the word "hallmark" in other languages:

🇵🇹 marca registrada

🇮🇳 विशेषता

🇩🇪 Markenzeichen

🇮🇩 ciri khas

🇺🇦 відмітна ознака

🇵🇱 cecha charakterystyczna

🇯🇵 特徴

🇫🇷 caractéristique

🇪🇸 marca característica

🇹🇷 ayırt edici özellik

🇰🇷 특징

🇸🇦 علامة مميزة

🇨🇿 charakteristický znak

🇸🇰 charakteristický znak

🇨🇳 标志

🇸🇮 prepoznavna značilnost

🇮🇸 einkenni

🇰🇿 ерекшелік

🇬🇪 სასაქონლო ნიშანი

🇦🇿 xüsusiyyət

🇲🇽 marca característica

Etymology

The word 'hallmark' originated from the Old English word 'heallmearc', which literally meant 'a mark made in a (royal) hall'. Over time, it evolved to represent a mark of quality or excellence, eventually becoming synonymous with a distinctive feature or characteristic.

See also: hall, hallway.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,347, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.