Pronunciation

/stæmp/

Definitions

Noun

• A device or impression used to mark something, often with an image or text: I collected stamps from all over the world.
• An official seal or signature: The document was stamped with the government seal.
• A fixed price or quota: This deal is non-negotiable; it’s a firm stamp price.

Verb

• To affix or apply a stamp: She stamped the envelope with airmail markings.
• To indicate approval or acceptance: His idea was stamped as innovative by the team.
• To give a definitive answer or decision: The proposal was stamped as rejected by the board.

Adjective

• Characterized by a distinctive mark or quality: Her design had a unique stamp of authenticity.
• Fixed or unchangeable: The stamp duty remains the same across the country.

Phrases

• “Stamp collection” refers to the hobby of gathering stamps.
• “Stamp duty” is the tax levied on the purchase of certain goods or services.
• “Stamp out” is used to eradicate or eliminate something.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He sorted his stamps by country and color.”
• Verb: “The post office employee stamped the packages before sending them overseas.”
• Adjective: “The vintage stamp’s design had a classic stamp of elegance.”

Synonyms

• Seal
• Mark
• Imprint
• Emboss
• Apply
• Affix
• Confirm
• Approve
• Fixed
• Unalterable
• Indelible