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US/stæmp/
UK/stæmp/
to put a mark on paper with an inked tool; also to put your foot down hard on the ground
In context
The officer stamped my passport and wished me a good trip.
The little boy stamped his feet because his mum wouldn't buy him the toy.
Every document must be signed and stamped by the head of the department.
Words that go with stamp
verb + noun
- stamp your feetStamp your feet to keep warm while you wait.
- stamp your passportMake sure the officer stamps your passport when you enter.
- signed and stampedThe form is not valid until it is signed and stamped.
verb + adverb
- stamp outThe government promised to stamp out corruption.
verb + preposition
- stamp onHe stamped on the cockroach before it ran away.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Please seal this paper.Correct: Please stamp this paper.