noun
token
a digital unit representing data, access, or value
In more detail
1. (noun) a piece of metal or plastic that you use instead of money, especially to operate a machine
2. (noun) a symbol or sign that represents something
3. (noun) proof that something is true or that someone did something
Examples
- 1. You need to insert a token into the parking meter.
- 2. The gift was a small token of our appreciation.
- 3. He showed his ID token at the airport security checkpoint.
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