Card Definition
card
noun
- one of a set of small pieces of stiff paper marked in various ways and used for playing games or for telling fortunes; "he collected cards and traded them with the other boys"
- a card certifying the identity of the bearer; "he had to show his card to get in"
- a rectangular piece of stiff paper used to send messages (may have printed greetings or pictures); "they sent us a card from Miami"
- thin cardboard, usually rectangular
- a witty amusing person who makes jokes
- a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement; "a poster advertised the coming attractions"
- a printed or written greeting that is left to indicate that you have visited
- (golf) a record of scores (as in golf); "you have to turn in your card to get a handicap"
- a list of dishes available at a restaurant; "the menu was in French"
- (baseball) a list of batters in the order in which they will bat; "the managers presented their cards to the umpire at home plate"
- a printed circuit that can be inserted into expansion slots in a computer to increase the computer's capabilities
verb
- separate the fibers of; "tease wool"
- ask someone for identification to determine whether he or she is old enough to consume liquor; "I was carded when I tried to buy a beer!"
"Card" in song lyrics
See how card is used in real songs:
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"I got cash or a credit card"
2 Live Crew — Be My Private Dancer -
"Give 'em a inch they take a yard and they pull your card"
Aceyalone & RJD2 — Cornbread, Eddie and Me -
"Miser took the big screen; Panic made a business card"
Aesop Rock — Winners Take All
Words that rhyme with card
Usage tips for "card"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "card" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for card to find words that pair well.