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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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Legal ways to decorate a vehicle include magnets, stickers, and wreaths that do not obstruct the license plate. Perry Vandell, AZCentral.com, 25 Nov. 2025 If stickers are found on campus by individuals, they can be reported to UWPD to be investigated and removed. Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 25 Nov. 2025 Other stickers are red and already marked down. Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2025 Facing nine-time state champion Celina — which had that sticker on the back of all its helmets — the Highlanders were already in a tough spot. Cody Thorn, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Nov. 2025 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 27 Nov. 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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