earmark
Definitions
To designate or set aside funds or resources for a specific purpose.
A identifying mark on the ear of a domestic animal to indicate ownership.
A distinguishing feature or characteristic.
Examples
The committee decided to earmark a portion of the budget specifically for the new community park project.
The government chose to earmark the donated funds for disaster relief efforts in the affected region.
Synonyms
allocate designate reserve set aside allot appropriate assign