Stamp

/stæmp/

The meaning and definition of Stamp, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. An act of stamping the foot, paw or hoof.
    β€œThe horse gave two quick stamps and rose up on its hind legs.”
  2. An indentation, imprint, or mark made by stamping.
    β€œMy passport has quite a collection of stamps.”
verb
  1. To step quickly and heavily, once or repeatedly.
    β€œThe toddler screamed and stamped, but still got no candy.”
  2. To move (the foot or feet) quickly and heavily, once or repeatedly.
    β€œThe crowd cheered and stamped their feet in appreciation.”
Synonyms postage stamp revenue stamp tax stamp impress imprint dent

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