mar
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /mɑr/ · UK /mɑː/
Forms: mars, marred
mar means: To damage something or make it less beautiful, enjoyable, or successful.
verb
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To damage something or make it less beautiful, enjoyable, or successful.
- Scratches mar the table's surface.
- Heavy rain marred our holiday.
- Several violent incidents have marred the celebrations.
Questions about mar
What does mar mean?
To damage something or make it less beautiful, enjoyable, or successful.
What is mar in other languages?
Türkçe: bozmak · Español: estropear · Français: gâcher · Deutsch: beeinträchtigen · Italiano: rovinare · 日本語: 損なう
How do you pronounce mar?
In American English /mɑr/; in British English /mɑː/.
How do you use mar in a sentence?
Scratches mar the table's surface. Heavy rain marred our holiday.
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