bookmark
1 of 2noun
book·mark ˈbu̇k-ˌmärk 
1
or bookmarker
ˈbu̇k-ˌmär-kər
: a marker for finding a place in a book 2
: a menu entry or icon on a computer that is usually created by the user and that serves as a shortcut to a previously viewed location (such as an Internet site)
bookmark
2 of 2verb
bookmarked; bookmarking; bookmarks
transitive verb
: to create a computer bookmark for
bookmark a website
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web
Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 15 Sep. 2022 With 194 pages, there's also a slot for archiving small pieces of paper (like receipts), pens or pencils, and a bookmark. Ysolt Usigan, Woman's Day, 16 Aug. 2022 The Urban Institute has compiled a great list to bookmark and share. Ellen Mcgirt, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2022 Were these items unimportant to their owners, who used them only as a bookmark? Brigit Katz, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Aug. 2022 To remove an article from your bookmarked collection, simply tap the bookmark icon again. Subscriber Services Team, The Enquirer, 22 June 2022 Then, bookmark feedback that isn’t relevant right now and come back to it as a group at a later time. Expert Panel, Forbes, 21 June 2022 That’s why, in her tour, Hill only teaches guests how to make a simple bookmark. Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2022 Big enough to hug and soft enough to comfort, this jumbo-sized stuffed animal features corduroy ears and a fabric bookmark with a sweet message. Ysolt Usigan, Woman's Day, 24 May 2022 Washington Post, 25 Apr. 2022 Fans can bookmark this page to get live updates on the moves from Detroit and all other teams. Tyler J. Davis, Detroit Free Press, 13 July 2022 If nothing here caught your eye, head on over to nordstrom.com to browse and bookmark even more beauty steals and deals. Sarah Han, Allure, 30 June 2022 Treat yourself, or bookmark these pages for gift-buying later on. oregonlive, 25 May 2022 So either turn back and bookmark this page for later, or proceed with caution. Leah Campano, Seventeen, 5 July 2022 Be sure to bookmark this page to keep tabs on all the best ways to shop, plus a few select deals available right now. Brittany Vincent, SELF, 6 June 2022 The retailer will announce its event lineup on June 10; until then, bookmark the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale event calendar to RSVP early here. Danielle Directo-meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 June 2022 For those wanting to experience Portland's breweries on their own time, this map is a convenient one to bookmark when building an itinerary. Erinne Magee, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2022 See More
Noun
Then pair it with other must-haves like fuzzy socks, chamomile tea and a DIY bookmark. Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 15 Sep. 2022 With 194 pages, there's also a slot for archiving small pieces of paper (like receipts), pens or pencils, and a bookmark. Ysolt Usigan, Woman's Day, 16 Aug. 2022 The Urban Institute has compiled a great list to bookmark and share. Ellen Mcgirt, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2022 Were these items unimportant to their owners, who used them only as a bookmark? Brigit Katz, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Aug. 2022 To remove an article from your bookmarked collection, simply tap the bookmark icon again. Subscriber Services Team, The Enquirer, 22 June 2022 Then, bookmark feedback that isn’t relevant right now and come back to it as a group at a later time. Expert Panel, Forbes, 21 June 2022 That’s why, in her tour, Hill only teaches guests how to make a simple bookmark. Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2022 Big enough to hug and soft enough to comfort, this jumbo-sized stuffed animal features corduroy ears and a fabric bookmark with a sweet message. Ysolt Usigan, Woman's Day, 24 May 2022 Verb
This one relies on summer fruit, so bookmark it for the day when stone fruit and berries are ripe and ready. Tiramisu. Washington Post, 25 Apr. 2022 Fans can bookmark this page to get live updates on the moves from Detroit and all other teams. Tyler J. Davis, Detroit Free Press, 13 July 2022 If nothing here caught your eye, head on over to nordstrom.com to browse and bookmark even more beauty steals and deals. Sarah Han, Allure, 30 June 2022 Treat yourself, or bookmark these pages for gift-buying later on. oregonlive, 25 May 2022 So either turn back and bookmark this page for later, or proceed with caution. Leah Campano, Seventeen, 5 July 2022 Be sure to bookmark this page to keep tabs on all the best ways to shop, plus a few select deals available right now. Brittany Vincent, SELF, 6 June 2022 The retailer will announce its event lineup on June 10; until then, bookmark the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale event calendar to RSVP early here. Danielle Directo-meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 June 2022 For those wanting to experience Portland's breweries on their own time, this map is a convenient one to bookmark when building an itinerary. Erinne Magee, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
Noun
1833, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Verb
1985, in the meaning defined above
Kids Definition
bookmark
noun
book·mark ˈbu̇k-ˌmärk
1
: something placed in a book to show the page the reader wants to return to
2
: something on a computer screen that serves as a shortcut (as to a Web site)