ID card
/aɪ ˈdiː kɑːrd/
NOUN
1. An official document used to establish identity
A card or document containing personal information and identifying details, issued or recognized as proof of a person's identity.
1.1. Personal identification documents
A physical or digital card presented to establish or verify someone's identity, such as an identity card, employee card, or student card.
Synonyms
- identification card
- identity card
- ID
- identity document
Examples
- To enter the building, you must present your ID card at the security checkpoint.
- The employee misplaced his ID card and had trouble accessing the office.
- The student lost his backpack, which contained his laptop and ID card.
- The receptionist requested visitors to sign in and wear a visitor's ID card during their stay.
- The conference organizers provided each attendee with a personalized ID card for access to sessions and events.
Related Words
- passport
- driver's license
- student card
- employee badge
- visitor badge
- credentials
- proof of identity
- personal identification