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Meaning of token
noun
- Something serving as an expression of something else. Example: According to the Bible, the rainbow is a token of God's covenant with Noah.
- A keepsake. Example: Please accept this bustier as a token of our time together.
- A piece of stamped metal or plastic, etc., used as a substitute for money; a voucher that can be exchanged for goods or services. Example: A book token is the easiest option for a Christmas gift.
- (sometimes figurative) Evidence, proof; a confirming detail; physical trace, mark, footprint.
- Support for a belief; grounds for an opinion.
verb
- To betoken, indicate, portend, designate, denote
- To betroth
- To symbolize, instantiate
adjective
- Done as an indication or a pledge; perfunctory, minimal or merely symbolic. Example: He made a token tap on the brake pedal at the stop sign.
- A minor attempt for appearance's sake, or to minimally comply with a requirement Example: he was hired as the company's token black person
Source: Free Dictionary API.
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A dictionary checker verifies whether a typed word exists in a word list. It is useful for word games, puzzle checks, spelling checks, and quick vocabulary confirmation.
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