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token vs item

item vs token

token and item both are nouns.

token is an adjective but item is not an adjective.

token is not an adverb while item is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
token Yes Yes No No
item Yes No No Yes
As nouns, token and item are synonyms defined as:
  • token and item: an individual instance of a type of symbol
token (noun) item (noun)
a metal or plastic disk that can be redeemed or used in designated slot machines a whole individual unit; especially when included in a list or collection
something of sentimental value an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole
an individual instance of a type of symbol a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list
something serving as a sign of something else an individual instance of a type of symbol
a small part that can be considered separately from the whole
token (adjective) item (adjective)
insignificantly small; a matter of form only (`tokenish' is informal)
token (adverb) item (adverb)
(used when listing or enumerating items) also
Difference between token and item

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