Watermark: meaning, definitions and examples

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watermark

 

[ หˆwษ”หtษ™rmษ‘หrk ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

graphic design

A watermark is a recognizable image or pattern that is produced during the paper-making process. It is usually embedded into the paper and can be seen when the paper is held up to the light. Watermarks are commonly used to deter counterfeiting and fraud by making it more difficult to reproduce documents. They can also serve as a branding tool by visibly displaying a company logo or symbol on digital content or physical products.

Synonyms

insignia, label, logo

Examples of usage

  • The company added a watermark to all their digital images.
  • He requested a custom watermark for his stationery.
  • The document had a faint watermark indicating its authenticity.
Context #2 | Verb

security feature

To watermark means to add a watermark to a document or image. This process can involve digital methods where graphics software is used to overlay text or graphics onto a file. Watermarking is commonly employed in photography, publishing, and design industries to protect intellectual property and identify ownership.

Synonyms

brand, mark, tag

Examples of usage

  • She decided to watermark her photos before sharing them online.
  • The artist will watermark each piece to prevent unauthorized use.

Translations

Translations of the word "watermark" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น marca d'รกgua

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเฅ‰เคŸเคฐเคฎเคพเคฐเฅเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wasserzeichen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tanda air

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะพะดัะฝะธะน ะทะฝะฐะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ znak wodny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้€ใ‹ใ— (ใ™ใ‹ใ—)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท filigrane

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ marca de agua

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท su damgasฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์›Œํ„ฐ๋งˆํฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู„ุงู…ุฉ ู…ุงุฆูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vodotisk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vodotlaฤ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฐดๅฐ (shuวyรฌn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vodni ลพig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vatnsmerki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ััƒ ั‚ะฐาฃะฑะฐัั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒงแƒšแƒ˜แƒก แƒœแƒ˜แƒจแƒœแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ su niลŸanฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ marca de agua

Etymology

The term 'watermark' originates from the European practice of decorating paper during the papermaking process. The use of watermarks dates back to the 13th century in Italy, where artisans began to invent ways to distinguish their products. The practice spread across Europe, becoming common in the 17th and 18th centuries, especially among prestigious paper mills. Originally, watermarks were created by sewing designs into the papermaking screens, which allowed for the image to be impressed into the paper during the drying process. The designs often included symbols or initials that would represent the maker and help in tracking ownership and authenticity. In modern times, watermarks have evolved and are frequently used in digital formats to protect copyright and convey ownership.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,966, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.