Meaning of the word cards in English
What does cards mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cards
US /kɑrdz/
Noun
1.
a piece of thick, stiff paper or thin pasteboard, in particular one used for writing or printing on.
Example:
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some notes jotted down on a card
Synonym:
2.
a small rectangular piece of plastic issued by a bank, containing personal data in a machine-readable form and used chiefly to obtain cash or credit.
Example:
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your card cannot be used to withdraw more than your daily limit from cash machines
Verb
1.
write (something) on a card, especially for indexing.
2.
check the identity card of (someone), in particular as evidence of legal drinking age.
Example:
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we were carded at the entrance to the club
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