märkid

Märkid is an Estonian term used as the plural form of märk, meaning marks, signs, or indications. In standard Estonian spelling, the nominative plural is märgid; the form märkid may appear in non-standard transliterations or older texts. The word is used broadly to refer to signs or markers in various contexts.

In everyday language, märgid can describe tangible marks on objects (such as scratches or stains), as well as symbolic signs or icons used in writing, signage, maps, or diagrams. In data and documentation, the term can denote indicators, annotations, or other markers that help identify categories, conditions, or features within a dataset or chart. It can also refer to distinguishing marks on people, animals, or products, such as branding or identifiers.

Etymology and relations: märgid derives from the root märg, meaning mark, with the plural suffix -id, a pattern common in Estonian noun formation. In related Finnic languages, cognate terms exist with similar meanings, such as signs or marks. See also: sign, symbol, marker, indicator.