earmark
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/ˈɪrmɑːrk/
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/ˈɪəmɑːk/
to set aside or designate for a specific purpose
The government earmarked funds for education.
政府为教育划拨了资金。
a characteristic feature or sign
The earmarks of his success are hard work and dedication.
他成功的特点是勤奋和奉献。
a legislative provision for funding a specific project
The bill includes an earmark for a new highway.
该法案包括为新高速公路的拨款。