gift card

American

[gift kahrd] / ˈgɪft ˌkɑrd /

noun

a physical card or digital voucher purchased from a retailer and redeemable for goods or services by the holder, who has often received it as a gift.

Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

gift cards

plural

Example Sentences

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Gift card redemptions for fuel retailers are rising, the company said, and from January to March, Fetch saw a 20% lift in consumers redeeming fuel-related offers in the app.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Gift card sales are huge for U.S. businesses, totaling nearly $200 billion a year.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 26, 2023

Gift card scams appear to be on the rise.

From The Verge • Jan. 15, 2022

Gift card is subject to terms and conditions specified thereon.

From Slate • Sep. 20, 2016

Gift card shops, petrol stations and pubs also saw significant rises.

From BBC • May 19, 2016

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