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.”

Definitions from the Free Dictionary API

Synonyms postage stamp revenue stamp tax stamp impress imprint dent

Origin

From Middle English stampen.

Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)

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