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
Snag these hidden markdowns from Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia Home collection before they’re gone, then keep scrolling to shop more sale section finds from $10.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 7 June 2025
This minimizes the need for markdowns and reduces spoilage and excess inventory, helping retailers meet ESG goals while improving financial performance.
—Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
Verb
Give your guest room a refresh by picking it up in gray or lilac before checking out more of the brand’s home, kitchen, and dining essentials while they’re marked down.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 13 June 2025
Women's Skien Valley Hoodie This essential Skien Valley sun hoodie is marked down from $70 to $53 through this weekend.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2025
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“Markdown.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/markdown. Accessed 16 Jun. 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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