grading

/ˈɡreɪdɪŋ/
noun
  1. The process of giving a score or mark to a student's work.
    • Fair grading is important to keep students motivated.
    • The teacher spent the weekend grading the final exams.
    • Online tools have made grading multiple-choice tests much faster.
  2. The process of leveling or smoothing land, or sorting items by size or quality.
    • The golf course required extensive grading to create smooth fairways.
    • The construction crew did the grading before laying the foundation.
    • Grading of fruits ensures that only the best ones are sold in stores.
adjective
  1. Related to the system of assigning grades or levels.
    • She complained about the strict grading policy in the science class.
    • The school uses a standard grading scale from A to F.
    • The grading rubric was clearly explained to all students.
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