token
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- noun
- /ˈtoʊkən/
- Specialized
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token (informática)
- In this computer program, each word is represented as a token for processing by the algorithm.
- word tokens
- number of tokens
- single token
Not very, but they were all tokens of the type cat, and you recognize them easily as such.
- Not very, but they were all tokens of the type cat, and you recognize them easily as such.
Examples
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Therefore, it was concluded that token reinforcement can be an effective tool for physical educators.
Academic text (2015) -
However, she was only somewhat likely to use a token system in future classes.
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In addition, it appears that the particular set of single tokens chosen can influence performance.
Academic text (1991) -
The system was tested using a similar number of tokens for each group of speakers.
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There is a reasonable expectation of profit from investing in these coins or tokens or whatever you want to call them, right?
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During the lesson, the teacher handed out a token for each correct answer the students provided.
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In linguistics, a token refers to an individual word or symbol that is counted in a text.
Synonyms
∞
1.0
A single thing in a list or collection
Idioms
Compounds
1
4.0
A very small amount of money given to show you will pay later or to keep an agreement
- Texting
A digital system that gives tokens for actions and lets users trade or spend them for services
- Specialized
A system that gives tokens for good behavior and lets people exchange them for rewards
How Symbolic
Surface Forms
Etymology
Token comes from an old English word tacn meaning 'sign' or 'mark'. In computing, each letter or symbol is treated as a small 'sign' or unit, which is why each piece is called a token.