Synonyms for

Stamp

Verb / stæmp / Another word for stamp — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a small piece of paper or other material with glue on one side, that you lick and stick onto an envelope or package to send it by mail

Synonyms & similar words

pigeonhole seal mold revenuestamp emboss postagestamp legaltender impression postage stomp stump pestle tender boss cast mould stereotype postage frank franking seal impression mark print brand chop punch seal sticker tag ticket validation visa authentication certification verification

Synonyms by register

Formal

imprint impress endorse authorize

Informal

stick slap put on

Literary

affix brand

Antonyms

cancel erase remove destroy nullify void

Common collocations

  • postage stamp
  • stamp duty
  • rubber stamp
  • stamp of approval
  • stamp out
  • stamp collection
  • stamp paper
  • stamp album

Word family

noun stamp
verb stamp
adjective stamped

Usage note

The verb 'stamp' can mean to press a mark onto something, or to walk heavily. As a noun, it most commonly refers to a postage stamp or a mark of authenticity.

Example sentences

  1. I need to buy a stamp to mail this letter.
  2. The stamp on the envelope showed that it had been delivered.
  3. She collected stamps from all over the world.
  4. He stamped his foot in frustration.
  5. The post office issued a new stamp for the holiday season.

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  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • “The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” - H. Jackson Brown Jr.
  • “You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” - C.S. Lewis

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