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- DictionaryTo·ken/ˈtōk(ə)n/
noun
- 1. a thing serving as a visible or tangible representation of a fact, quality, feeling, etc.: "I wanted to offer you a small token of my appreciation"
- 2. a voucher that can be exchanged for goods or services, typically one given as a gift or offered as part of a promotional offer: "redeem this token for a free dessert"
adjective
- 1. done for the sake of appearances or as a symbolic gesture: "cases like these often bring just token fines from the courts"
Definitions of token. noun. a metal or plastic disk that can be redeemed or used in designated slot machines. see more. noun. something serving as a sign of something else. see more. noun. something of sentimental value. synonyms: keepsake, relic, souvenir. see more. adjective. insignificantly small; a matter of form only (`tokenish' is informal)
1. Done as an indication or pledge: a token payment. 2. a. Perfunctory; minimal: a token gesture of reconciliation; token resistance. b. Being a product of tokenism; merely symbolic: refused to be the token woman on the committee. Idioms: by the same token. In like manner; similarly. in token of. As an indication of: a ring given in token of love.
Check pronunciation: token. Definition of token noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
3 days ago · noun. 1. an indication, warning, or sign of something. 2. a symbol or visible representation of something. 3. something that indicates authority, proof, or authenticity. 4. a metal or plastic disc, such as a substitute for currency for use in slot machines.
something that you give to someone in order to show them love, to thank them, etc: I gave Helen some chocolates as a token of thanks for all her help. token noun [C] (INSTEAD OF MONEY) a round piece of metal or plastic that you put in some machines instead of money: You need a token to get out of the car park. token noun [C] (PAPER)
Mar 22, 2024 · A small physical object, often designed to give the appearance of a common thing, used to represent a person or character in a board game or other situation. Everyone pick a token (hat, wheelbarrow, thimble, etc.) and place it on the Start square.
Britannica Dictionary definition of TOKEN. [count] 1. : a round piece of metal or plastic that is used instead of money in some machines : an object that looks like a coin and is used in place of a coin. a bus/subway token. 2. : something that is a symbol of a feeling, event, etc. — usually + of.