bumper sticker

American  

noun

1. an adhesive-backed strip of paper for sticking onto the rear bumper of an automobile, usually bearing a tourist advertisement, slogan, joke, etc.

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bumper sticker British  

noun

1. a label affixed to the rear windscreen or bumper of a motor vehicle displaying an advertisement or slogan

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bumper sticker

Even in my fire company, where we are dedicated to preventing loss of life, skulls are on practically every T-shirt, bumper sticker, and key chain.

From Slate ● Jul. 10, 2026

There can be a multiplier effect from supporters who gave only $5 but then displayed a yard sign or bumper sticker and talked to neighbors about their candidate.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 3, 2026

As the bumper sticker has it, “Think of the world we’ll be leaving Keith Richards.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 11, 2025

If only Bowe and Nguyễn’s mission accomplishments weren’t overshadowed by Perry waving a daisy offering bumper sticker wisdom about “collective energy” and “making space for future women and taking up space and belonging.”

From Salon ● Apr. 17, 2025

I read the old bumper sticker out loud.

From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King