marque

English

/ˈmɑː(ɹ)k/

noun
Definitions
  • A license to pass the limits of a jurisdiction, or boundary of a country, for the purpose of making reprisals; a letter of marque.
  • A brand or make of a manufactured product, especially of a motor car in contradistinction to a model.
  • A ship commissioned for making captures.

Etymology

Borrowed from French marque (mark, brand).

Origin

French

marque

Gloss

mark, brand

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