Meaning & Definition of Token in English
English⟶
Token
/toʊkən/
noun
1. An individual instance of a type of symbol
- "The word`error' contains three tokens of `r'"
synonym:
- token,
- item
2. Something serving as a sign of something else
synonym:
- token
3. A metal or plastic disk that can be redeemed or used in designated slot machines
synonym:
- token
4. Something of sentimental value
synonym:
- keepsake,
- souvenir,
- token,
- relic
adjective
1. Insignificantly small
- A matter of form only (`tokenish' is informal)
- "The fee was nominal"
- "A token gesture of resistance"
- "A toknenish gesture"
synonym:
- nominal,
- token(a),
- tokenish
Examples of using
We'd like to give this to you as a token of our appreciation.
This is a small token of my gratitude.