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Ticket - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A ticket is a small piece of paper or digital pass that grants entry to an event, transportation, or service. It often serves as proof of payment or reservation.

ticket

/ˈtɪkɪt/ /ˈtɪkɪt/

Definition:

A piece of paper or card granting entry, travel, or participation in an event.

Synonyms:

pass, voucher, coupon, token

Part of Speech:

noun, verb

Antonyms:

rejection, denial

Common Collocations:

buy a ticket, ticket price, ticket office, concert ticket

Derivatives:

ticketing, ticketed

Usage Tips:

Use "ticket" for admission or travel; as a verb, it means to issue a fine or label.

Common Phrases:

golden ticket, ticket to ride, just the ticket

Etymology:

From Old French "etiquet," meaning a note or label; evolved to mean a permit or pass.

Examples:

  • 1. I bought a ticket for the concert tonight.
  • 2. She lost her train ticket and couldn’t board.
  • 3. The police officer ticketed him for speeding.
  • 4. Do you have a ticket to the museum?

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