token

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/ˈtəʊkən/ English

Definitions

Something serving as an expression of something else.“According to the Bible, the rainbow is a token of God's covenant with Noah.”
A keepsake.“Please accept this bustier as a token of our time together.”
A piece of stamped metal or plastic, etc., used as a substitute for money; a voucher that can be exchanged for goods or services.“A book token is the easiest option for a Christmas gift.”
(sometimes figurative) Evidence, proof; a confirming detail; physical trace, mark, footprint.

Done as an indication or a pledge; perfunctory, minimal or merely symbolic.“He made a token tap on the brake pedal at the stop sign.”
A minor attempt for appearance's sake, or to minimally comply with a requirement“he was hired as the company's token black person”