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The Clue
Tag for a particular purpose (7 letter answer)
The Answer
EARMARK
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Notes
The answer EARMARK is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
Related Clues
Designate
Identify
Distinctive attribute
Politician's add-on
Set aside for a special purpose
Definition
EARMARK as a noun:
1. identification mark on the ear of a domestic animal
2. (hallmark, trademark, earmark, stylemark) = a distinctive characteristic or attribute
EARMARK as a verb:
1. (allow, appropriate, earmark, set aside, reserve) = give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause; "I will earmark this money for your research"; "She sets aside time for meditation every day"