Words / B1

maj-ik-MAHK-uh/ˌmædʒɪk ˈmɑːkə/

A magic marker (id: magic-marker) is a thick felt-tip that writes on boxes, plastic, and paper; people use the brand name for the type of pen. A highlighter is pale and for text; a biro is an everyday ballpoint. US often says marker or Sharpie. Countable.

Meaning

A thick felt-tip pen that writes on many surfaces (often a brand used generally).

Examples

• “Label the boxes with a magic marker so we can find them.”
• “Use a magic marker on the cardboard, not a pencil.”
• “The magic marker bled through the paper onto the table.”

Good to know

a magic marker. Contrast: a highlighter / a biro. US: a marker / a Sharpie.

Near in meaning

marker

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