Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ration-card
noun
/ˈræʃən kɑːrd/
Definition
A ration card is an official document issued by a government that entitles the holder to purchase a certain amount of essential goods at subsidized prices.
Examples
- Due to the scarcity of supplies, the government issued new ration cards to help families access basic necessities.
- People often stood in long lines to receive their ration cards during the crisis.
Meaning
Ration cards are used to distribute limited resources, such as food or fuel, especially during shortages or in times of war.
Synonyms
- ration book
- food coupon
- subsidy card
