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ticket noun 1 a printed piece of paper or card which shows that the holder has paid a fare, eg for travel on a bus or train, or for admission, eg to a theatre or cinema, or has the right to use certain services, eg a library. 2 an official notice issued to someone who has committed a motor offence, such as speeding or parking illegally. 3 a tag or label, especially one that shows the price and size, etc of the item to which it is attached. 4 N Amer a list of candidates put up for election by a political party. 5 the policies of a particular political party • was elected on the Republican ticket. 6 slang a certificate discharging a soldier from the army. 7 slang a licence or permit, especially one allowing the holder to work as a ship's master or pilot. 8 colloq exactly what is required, proper or best • just the ticket. verb (ticketed, ticketing) to give or attach a ticket or label to someone or something.
ETYMOLOGY: 17c: from French estiquier to attach or stick.