Definition

A piece of paper or card that shows you have paid for a service or have the right to enter a place, like a concert or a bus.

Example

I bought a ticket to the concert next week.

Conversation

Did you get your ticket for the concert yet?

Not yet, I'm planning to buy it this weekend.

You should hurry, I heard they might sell out fast.

I know! I'll make sure to get my ticket soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To provide someone with a ticket for travel or entry, or to mark something with a ticket for identification or purpose.

Example

The airline will ticket all passengers before the flight departs.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that they are going to ticket all the cars parked illegally at the concert?

Wow, that's going to be a lot of tickets!

Yeah, I hope they don't ticket my car; I parked a bit far away.

Root Explanation

Ticket → The word 'ticket' originates from the Middle English 'ticket', which is a diminutive form of 'tick', meaning a small piece of paper or a label. It refers to a small piece of paper that serves as a voucher or proof of payment for entry or travel.

Memory Tip

Think of a small 'piece of paper' ('tick') that serves as proof for entry or travel — that's what a ticket is.

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