Marring: meaning, definitions and examples

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marring

 

[ หˆmษ›rษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

damage surface

Marring refers to the act of damaging or spoiling the surface of something. It typically involves creating scratches, dents, or other imperfections that detract from the appearance or function of the object. The term is often used when discussing the condition of items like furniture, cars, or artwork. Marring can result from physical impact or environmental factors. It is an undesirable occurrence, particularly in contexts where aesthetics are valued.

Synonyms

blemish, damaged, deface, impair, spoil

Examples of usage

  • The beautiful painting was marred by a water stain.
  • He accidentally marred the table's finish with a hot drink.
  • The car's exterior was marred after the hailstorm.

Translations

Translations of the word "marring" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น casamento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคพเคฆเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Heirats

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pernikahan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะดั€ัƒะถะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ maล‚ลผeล„stwo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ตๅฉš

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mariage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ matrimonio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท evlilik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒฐํ˜ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฒูˆุงุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ manลพelstvรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ manลพelstvo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฉšๅงป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ poroฤni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hjรณnaband

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝะตะบะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒแƒ แƒฌแƒ˜แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ evlilik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ matrimonio

Etymology

The term 'marring' derives from the Old English word 'mearcian,' which means to mark or to make a mark on something. The evolution of language saw 'marring' emerge in Middle English, where it retained its meaning related to marking surfaces in a negative manner. Over time, the word became more specialized, focusing on the aspect of damage and imperfection. Marring is often associated with physical objects, but it can also be metaphorically applied to situations or reputations, indicating that something has been negatively affected. The roots of the word reflect an intrinsic connection to the idea of leaving a mark that detracts from the original integrity or beauty of an item.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,442 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.