touchmark

English

noun
Definitions
  • (archaic) The manufacturer's official identifying sign, impressed into a pewter object.
  • (archaic) A symbol, sign, or other inscribed indication used to aid the alignment, calibration, or other adjustment of a measuring device or scientific instrument.

Etymology

Compound from English touch + English mark (sign, verb senses, characteristic, visible impression).

Origin

English

mark

Gloss

sign, verb senses, characteristic, visible impression

Concept
Semantic Field

Speech and language

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

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