Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
token
noun
ˈtoʊ.kən
Definition
A token is a symbol, sign, or object that represents something else.
Examples
- The arcade uses tokens instead of real money.
- In the digital world, a token might represent a user’s identity in a security system.
- He gave her a token of appreciation for her help.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it can refer to a physical item used to represent a particular value or identity.
Synonyms
- symbol
- sign
- representation
- emblem
- voucher
