Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cue-card

noun
/kjuː kɑrd/
Definition
A cue card is a card containing a prompt or brief notes to aid memory during a presentation or performance.
Examples
  • During her speech, she quickly glanced at her cue card to remember the next point.
  • The actors held cue cards off-stage to help them stay on track during the performance.
Meaning
Cue cards are used by presenters, actors, or speakers to help them remember what they need to say or do while speaking to an audience.
Synonyms
  • prompt card
  • memory card
  • note card