marker

[/ˈmɑːrkər/]

nounmasculinepl: markers

marcador

1. A pen with a broad tip used for writing or drawing

She drew the poster with colorful markers.

Ela desenhou o cartaz com marcadores coloridos.

2. A sign or object that indicates a position or serves as a reference point

The GPS marker showed our exact location on the map.

O marcador GPS mostrou nossa localização exata no mapa.

3. An indication or sign of something

High fever is a marker of infection.

Febre alta é um marcador de infecção.

4. A person or thing that marks

The ball marker on the golf course indicates the distance.

O marcador de bola no campo de golfe indica a distância.

Synonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

marcador

Most common term for writing instrument and indicator

Rio de Janeiro

marcador

Standard usage, sometimes 'caneta marcadora' for marking pen

São Paulo

marcador

Preferred term in business and educational contexts

Portugal

marcador

Also used, though 'caneta de feltro' more common for felt-tip pens

marker of excellence - sinal de excelência

genetic marker - marcador genético

market marker - criador de mercado

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