markers
n. countablen. objects or signs that show the position of something or help you identify a specific quality. You might use them to draw on a whiteboard or to mark a spot on a map.
n. objects, signs, or indicators used to distinguish a position, boundary, or specific characteristic. Often refers to writing instruments with felt tips or biological indicators of a condition.
The students used colorful markers to draw their posters.
The hikers looked for red paint markers on the trees to stay on the correct trail through the forest.
Researchers identified specific genetic markers that suggest a higher risk for the disease, allowing for earlier medical intervention and more personalized treatment plans.
Frequently used in plural form when referring to writing tools or biological indicators.