token
Pronunciation: [ˈtoʊ.kən]
Context: "games"
(noun) a small item that represents something in a game. It could be a piece you move around on a board or a different object that has a special meaning.
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We used a colorful token to keep track of our points during the game.
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Without a token, we couldn't count our scores in the game.
Example
What color is your token in Monopoly?
Context: "money"
(noun) something that represents money, often used to buy things or as a form of payment. It's like a promise that you can exchange for something valuable.
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He gave her a token to use at the arcade.
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The token was no good because the machine was broken.
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Can I trade this token for a prize?
Context: "symbol"
(noun) an object, word, or phrase that stands for something else, like a sign or a representation. It can show an idea or meaning more than just itself.
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The heart is a token of love and affection.
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That drawing was just a token; it didn't really capture the whole story.
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What does this token mean in your culture?
Context: "computer science"
(noun) a piece of data that is used for authentication or as a key. It helps to confirm identity and gain access to secure parts of a system.
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I received a security token to log into my account safely.
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Without the token, I couldn't access the secure area of the website.
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Do you have the token needed to sign in?
Context: "symbol"
(verb) to give something as a symbol of appreciation or remembrance. It shows that you care about someone or something special.
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The school tokened the students for their excellent work with awards.
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They didn't token the volunteers, which made them feel unappreciated.
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How can we better token our helpers next time?