| 单词 | token |
| 释义 | token —token /ˈtəʊ.kən/ aep /ˈtoʊ-/ adjective [before noun] F0 used to describe actions that are done to show that you are doing something, even if the results are limited in their effect: » The troops in front of us either surrendered or offered only token (= not much) resistance.» They were the only country to argue for even token recognition of the Baltic states' independence.Thesaurus+: ↑Typifying, illustrating and exemplifying , ↑Meaning and significanceF0 DISAPPROVING describes something that is done to prevent other people complaining, although it is not sincerely meant and has no real effect: » The truth is that they appoint no more than a token number of women to managerial jobs.Thesaurus+: ↑Typifying, illustrating and exemplifying , ↑Meaning and significancenoun [C] (DISC) ► C1 a round metal or plastic disc that is used instead of money in some machinesThesaurus+: ↑Forms of money and methods of paymentnoun [C] (SYMBOL) ► C1 something that you do, or a thing that you give someone, that expresses your feelings or intentions, although it might have little practical effect: » As a token of our gratitude for all that you have done, we would like you to accept this small gift.» It doesn't have to be a big present - it's just a token.Thesaurus+: ↑Signs, signals and symbols , ↑Specific signs and symbolsThesaurus+: ↑Showing and demonstratingThesaurus+: ↑Presents and gifts , ↑Gifts in the form of moneynoun [C] UK (US gift certificate) (PAPER WORTH MONEY) ► F0 a piece of paper with a particular amount of money printed on it that can be exchanged in a shop for goods of that value: » a £20 book/gift/record tokenThesaurus+: ↑Forms of money and methods of payment |
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