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stamp

 

[ stæmp ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

postage

A small adhesive piece of paper stuck to something to show that an amount of money has been paid for a letter or package to be mailed.

Synonyms

franking, postage stamp

Examples of usage

  • The stamp on the envelope showed that the postage had been paid.
  • She put a stamp on the package before dropping it in the mailbox.
Context #2 | Noun

impression

An official mark or seal used to indicate approval, ownership, or to authenticate a document.

Synonyms

imprint, seal

Examples of usage

  • The notary placed a stamp on the contract to make it official.
  • The stamp on the passport showed the date of entry into the country.
Context #3 | Verb

impress

To mark a surface with an official seal or design as a sign of approval or ownership.

Synonyms

emboss, imprint

Examples of usage

  • He stamped his initials on the letter to show that it was from him.
  • The artist stamped her logo on the painting before selling it.

Translations

Translations of the word "stamp" in other languages:

🇵🇹 selo

🇮🇳 डाक टिकट

🇩🇪 Briefmarke

🇮🇩 prangko

🇺🇦 марка

🇵🇱 znaczek

🇯🇵 切手 (kitte)

🇫🇷 timbre

🇪🇸 sello

🇹🇷 pul

🇰🇷 우표 (upyo)

🇸🇦 طابع بريد

🇨🇿 známka

🇸🇰 známka

🇨🇳 邮票 (yóupiào)

🇸🇮 znamka

🇮🇸 frímerki

🇰🇿 марка

🇬🇪 მარკა

🇦🇿 marka

🇲🇽 sello

Etymology

The word 'stamp' originated from the Old French word 'estamper', meaning to stamp, and it has been used in English since the 13th century. The concept of using stamps for postage dates back to the 19th century, revolutionizing the way mail was delivered. Over time, stamps have become collectible items and a part of philatelic history.

See also: stampede, stamps.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,225 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.