Token

A Token is a symbolic representation or physical object that signifies something else, such as authority, proof of identity, a value, or a right. It can be a tangible item like a coin, ticket, or badge, or an intangible data representation used in computing. Tokens are used to grant access, represent ownership, or facilitate transactions within a defined system. Their value or meaning is derived from the context in which they are used, making them distinct from their physical form. Crucially, a token's primary purpose is to represent something beyond itself and to enable a specific function within a given framework.

Token meaning with examples

• The casino uses chips as tokens representing monetary value, allowing players to easily wager and track their winnings without handling large amounts of cash at the gaming tables.
• For building access, employees were issued security tokens that, when scanned, granted them entry to authorized areas of the building during scheduled work hours.
• As a Token of appreciation, the company gave each employee a gift card to a local restaurant during the holiday season, recognizing their hard work and dedication.
• In computer authentication, a JSON Web Token (JWT) serves as a compact, self-contained way to securely transmit information as a JSON object between parties to prove identity.

Token Synonyms

badge, counter, credential, emblem, guarantee, indication, mark, placeholder, proof, representation, sign, symbol

Token Antonyms

actual, concrete, entirety, original, reality, substance, unadulterated, whole

Token Crossword Answers

4 Letters

ICON, SIGN, GIFT, ITEM

5 Letters

RELIC

6 Letters

COUPON, SYMBOL, TRIFLE, SIGNAL, EMBLEM

7 Letters

MEMENTO, MINIMAL, NOMINAL, COUNTER, VOUCHER, SYMPTOM

8 Letters

SYMBOLIC, KEEPSAKE, TOKENISH, SOUVENIR

9 Letters

SACRAMENT

10 Letters

INDICATION

11 Letters

PERFUNCTORY

14 Letters

REPRESENTATIVE