token vs object

object vs token

token and object both are nouns.

token is an adjective but object is not an adjective.

token is not a verb while object is a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
token	Yes	Yes	No	No
object	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, object is a hypernym of token; that is, object is a word with a broader meaning than token:

token: something of sentimental value
object: a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

Other hypernyms of token include physical object.

token (noun)	object (noun)
a metal or plastic disk that can be redeemed or used in designated slot machines	a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
something of sentimental value	the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
an individual instance of a type of symbol	the focus of cognitions or feelings
something serving as a sign of something else	(computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer
	(grammar) a constituent that is acted upon

token (adjective)	object (adjective)
insignificantly small; a matter of form only (`tokenish' is informal)

token (verb)	object (verb)
	express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent
	be averse to or express disapproval of

Difference between token and object

Words related to "object"

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