mark·down
ˈmärk-ˌdau̇n 
1
: a lowering of price
2
: the amount by which an original selling price is reduced
marked down; marking down; marks down
: to put a lower price on
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Verb
marked down all seasonal goods immediately after the holidays
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Noun
Lee Legendary High-Rise Trouser Jeans Don’t miss the markdown on these now-$30 Lee jeans.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 5 Mar. 2025
The company said by employing advanced AI algorithms, its solutions help retailers and brands optimize pricing, promotion and markdowns to drive growth, reduce markdown losses and unlock revenue opportunities.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
Verb
It’s been the theme of a challenging season that requires a 15-11 mark down the stretch just for the Heat to finish at .500, let alone make any noise in the playoffs.
—James Jackson, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025
The 10 Best Robot Vacuums, Tested in Real Homes
Dyson V8 Plus Cordless Vacuum
For everyday cleaning, pick up this cordless Dyson vacuum while it’s marked down to its cheapest price all year.
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“Markdown.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/markdown. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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markdown
1 of 2 noun
mark·down
ˈmärk-ˌdau̇n
1
: a lowering of price
2
: the amount by which an original selling price is reduced
mark down
2 of 2 verb(ˈ)märk-ˈdau̇n
: to put a lower price on
marked down all the books for the sale
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