[ˈhɔːlmɑːk], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a mark stamped on articles of gold, silver, or platinum by the British assay offices, certifying their standard of purity


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Origin:
early 18th century (as a noun): from Goldsmiths' Hall in London, where articles were tested and stamped with such a mark

[ˈhɔːlmɑːk], (Verb)

Definitions:
- stamp with a hallmark
(e.g: he was reprimanded for not hallmarking his work)


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Origin:
early 18th century (as a noun): from Goldsmiths' Hall in London, where articles were tested and stamped with such a mark