sticker

noun

stick·​er ˈsti-kər How to pronounce sticker (audio)
1
: one that pierces with a point
2
a
: one that adheres or causes adhesion
b
: a slip of paper with adhesive back that can be fastened to a surface

Examples of sticker in a Sentence

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There were plenty of moments that caused eyebrows to be raised, like when Luke Thomas was included in the official World Cup sticker album as England’s left-back when he hadn’t been named in any previous squad. Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024 These hard-working, over-the-counter options may come in humble tubes, tiny tinctures, and unassuming stickers, but don’t be fooled, because the lowly acne products deliver high concentrations of ingredients that outlast the effects of rinse-off cleansers. Deanna Pai, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024 Packaging for the tainted product carried a state cannabis sticker but bore no state license number or manufacturer name. Paige St. John, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024 Have plenty of activities that occupy their time but promote rest, like coloring or sticker books, simple crafts, blocks, puzzles, and some favorite TV shows or movies. Sarah Bradley, Health, 15 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sticker 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1542, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

Time Traveler
The first known use of sticker was circa 1542

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“Sticker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sticker. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

sticker

noun
stick·​er ˈstik-ər How to pronounce sticker (audio)
1
: something that pierces with a point
2
a
: something that clings (as a bur) or causes clinging (as glue)
b
: a slip of paper with gummed back that clings to a surface
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