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Mark of Cain

Definition:

The Mark of Cain refers to a biblical symbol associated with a curse or punishment, typically used to denote a stigmatizing mark of guilt, shame, or retribution.

Senses:

1. Noun: A mark or symbol divinely placed on Cain, according to the Bible, to protect him from harm as a sign of God's mercy.
2. Noun: A figurative mark or stigma that represents one's guilt, shame, or punishment for committing a grievous sin.

Usage:

Popular:

1. He bore the Mark of Cain, an indelible reminder of his past sins.
2. After betraying his family, his conscience became marked with the symbol of the Mark of Cain.

Local:

1. In local folklore, the Mark of Cain is believed to bring misfortune upon anyone who crosses paths with its bearer.
2. The village's oldest resident claims to have seen a mysterious man bearing the Mark of Cain wandering the streets at night.

Sample Sentences:

1. She felt the weight of the Mark of Cain on her conscience each day.
2. His scar served as a visible Mark of Cain, a constant reminder of his past transgressions.
3. The Mark of Cain haunted him wherever he went, isolating him from society.

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