business card

noun

: a small card bearing information (such as name and address) about a business or business representative

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American Express platinum business card. Hugh Son, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2025 But unlocking a career opportunity today may take more depth than simply sharing a business card. Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2025 My only shot was through a hole the size of a business card between some limbs. Jack Atcheson Sr. As Told To Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 11 Sep. 2025 Handing over a paper business card is easy. Chelsea Tobin, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for business card

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of business card was in 1821

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“Business card.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/business%20card. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.

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