greeting card
Noun: A folded piece of stiff paper, often decorated with an image or design, that is sent to someone to convey a message of goodwill, congratulations, sympathy, or celebration on a specific occasion or holiday.
A greeting card is purchased or made, then typically signed by the sender and mailed or given in person to the recipient. Its primary function is to communicate a personal sentiment. - Occasions: Common occasions include birthdays, holidays (like Christmas or Valentine's Day), weddings, anniversaries, graduations, and expressions of sympathy (get-well or condolence cards). - Content: The exterior usually features artwork and a printed message, while the interior is left blank for a personal handwritten note or contains a pre-printed verse.
- Digital/E-Card: A modern variant is the electronic greeting card, sent via email or a website.
- I sent her an e-card because the postal service was too slow.
- Collectible Item: Some people collect vintage or artistically significant greeting cards.
- Blank Card: A type of greeting card with a design on the front but completely blank on the inside, allowing for a fully personal message.
- Card (noun): A common short form for "greeting card" in informal contexts (e.g., "Did you get my card?").
- Postcard (noun): A card for sending a short message by mail without an envelope, often featuring a photograph on one side. While it can convey greetings, it is distinct from a traditional folded greeting card.
- Note card (noun): A small, often folded card, frequently used for brief thank-you notes or messages.
- Salutation card (formal/less common)
- Note (in the context of a short written message, e.g., a thank-you note)
- To send one's greetings/card: To communicate goodwill, often through a card.
- I'll send my greetings via a card since I can't attend the party.
- Card shop: A store that specializes in selling greeting cards and related items.
-
a card sent to express personal greetings
