earmark
Pronunciation:
noun
Definitions
A mark or deformation of the ear of an animal, intended to indicate ownership.
The designation of specific projects in appropriations of funding for general programs.
A mark for identification; a distinguishing mark.
verb
Definitions
To mark (as of sheep) by slitting the ear.
(by extension) To specify or set aside for a particular purpose, to allocate.
Example: You can donate to the organization as a whole, or you can earmark your contribution for a particular project.