identification card

American  

noun

1. a card giving identifying data about a person, as full name, address, age, and color of hair and eyes, and often containing a photograph: for use as identification at a place of employment, school, club, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of identification card

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

Nima said armed officers stopped him but allowed him to go after seeing his hospital identification card.

From BBC

Prosecutors allege the 33-year-old Toronto native created a fake employee identification card to receive free flights on US airlines - and at one point even asked to sit in the cockpit.

From BBC

She provided her son's college identification card plus a description of his appearance, build and footwear.

From BBC

Angel has worked in the fields since the eighth grade, after his mom bought him a Social Security card and an identification card for $150.

From Los Angeles Times

“While I know some of our customers will want the new version of the driver’s license, there is no need to replace an existing license or identification card until your current one expires,” said DMV Director Steve Gordon.

From Los Angeles Times