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earmark

/ˈɪrˌmɑːrk/ American
  • v. 指定...作特定用途
  • n. 特征, 标记
Definition
  • v. to set money or resources aside for a particular purpose
  • n. a distinguishing mark or feature that makes something recognizable
Example
The city plans to earmark extra funds for new schools.
这座城市计划拨出专项资金用于新建学校。