Ticket
/ˈtɪkɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) A written or electronic instrument evidencing authorization, payment, or a legal claim, such as a parking violation notice or proof of payment for admission.
She received a parking ticket for parking in a no-parking zone.
- (n.) A document issued to guarantee a place or right in a procedure, such as a voting ticket or summons to appear in court.
The defendant was served with a ticket to appear in court next month.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, a ticket primarily refers to written notices of violations or authorizations; clarity is important to distinguish it from informal uses like event admission.
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