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token

The correct spelling is token.

How to pronounce token

/ˈtəʊkən/
noun

IPA: /ˈtəʊkən/

Say it like: Tok-en

The correct spelling is token. Something serving as an expression of something else. For example: "According to the Bible, the rainbow is a token of God's covenant with Noah."

Usage Examples

According to the Bible, the rainbow is a token of God's covenant with Noah.

Please accept this bustier as a token of our time together.

A book token is the easiest option for a Christmas gift.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Something serving as an expression of something else.
  2. 2.A keepsake.
  3. 3.A piece of stamped metal or plastic, etc., used as a substitute for money; a voucher that can be exchanged for goods or services.
  4. 4.(sometimes figurative) Evidence, proof; a confirming detail; physical trace, mark, footprint.
  5. 5.Support for a belief; grounds for an opinion.

verb

  1. 1.To betoken, indicate, portend, designate, denote
  2. 2.To betroth
  3. 3.To symbolize, instantiate

adjective

  1. 1.Done as an indication or a pledge; perfunctory, minimal or merely symbolic.
  2. 2.A minor attempt for appearance's sake, or to minimally comply with a requirement

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