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Definition of Token
1. Noun. An individual instance of a type of symbol. "The word`error' contains three tokens of `r'"
Specialized synonyms: Postage, Postage Stamp, Stamp, Trading Stamp
Generic synonyms: Symbol
Derivative terms: Itemise, Itemize
2. Adjective. Insignificantly small; a matter of form only ('tokenish' is informal). "A toknenish gesture"
3. Noun. Something serving as a sign of something else.
4. Noun. A metal or plastic disk that can be redeemed or used in designated slot machines.
5. Noun. Something of sentimental value.
Generic synonyms: Object, Physical Object
Specialized synonyms: Love-token, Favor, Favour, Party Favor, Party Favour
Definition of Token
1. n. Something intended or supposed to represent or indicate another thing or an event; a sign; a symbol; as, the rainbow is a token of God's covenant established with Noah.
2. v. t. To betoken.
3. n. In a Jacquard loom, a colored signal to show the weaver which shuttle to use.
Definition of Token
1. to serve as a sign of [v -ED, -ING, -S]
Medical Definition of Token
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1. Something intended or supposed to represent or indicate another thing or an event; a sign; a symbol; as, the rainbow is a token of God's covenant established with Noah.
2. A memorial of friendship; something by which the friendship of another person is to be kept in mind; a memento; a souvenir. "This is some token from a never friend." (Shak)
3. Something given or shown as a symbol or guarantee of authority or right; a sign of authenticity, of power, good faith, etc. "Say, by this token, I desire his company." (Shak)
4. A piece of metal intended for currency, and issued by a private party, usually bearing the name of the issuer, and redeemable in lawful money. Also, a coin issued by government, especially. When its use as lawful money is limited and its intrinsic value is much below its nominal value.
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