Meaning of the word "green card" in English

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green card

US /ˈɡriːn kɑːrd/
UK /ˈɡriːn kɑːrd/
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Noun

1.

a permit allowing a foreign national to live and work permanently in the US

Example:
She finally received her green card after years of waiting.
Applying for a green card can be a complex process.
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