Token
Noun
Definition: A thing serving as a visible or tangible representation of a fact, quality, feeling, etc.
Definition: A piece of stamped metal or other suitable mark or device used instead of currency in gambling.
Synonyms: Symbol, Emblem, Representation, Sign
Antonyms: Reality, Actuality, Genuine
- She gave him a token of appreciation.
- He used tokens instead of money in the arcade.
- Think of a token as a visible symbol or representation.
Etymology:
Middle English 'taken', from Old English 'tāc(e)n', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'teken' and German 'Zeichen'.
Historical Usage:The word token has been in use since Middle English with a consistent meaning of representing or symbolizing something.
Related Idioms:
"By the same token"
Explanation:Used to introduce a related point or to make a comparison.
Misconceptions:
Confusing 'token' with 'talisman' or 'charm'.
Explanation:While a token may serve a similar purpose as a talisman or charm in some contexts, it is not necessarily imbued with supernatural powers.