stamp
UK: stæmp | US: stæmp
n. a small adhesive piece of paper affixed to mail as proof of postage
n. a tool or device for imprinting designs or marks
vt. to impress a mark or pattern onto a surface
vt. to crush or grind something forcefully
The word "stamp" traces back to Old English stempan, meaning "to pound or crush," reflecting its early association with forceful pressing or imprinting. Over time, it evolved to include the sense of marking or validating (e.g., postage stamps) and the tool used for such impressions. The core idea of forceful application remains central to its meanings.
She collected rare stamps from around the world.
The clerk used a rubber stamp to approve the document.
He stamped his foot in frustration.
The machine stamps the company logo onto each product.
The crowd stamped their feet to the rhythm of the music.