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book token

(UK, AU, NZ) A voucher that can be redeemed in the purchase of a book.

ˈbʊk ˈtoʊkənCurrent101 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026UK

(UK, AU, NZ) A voucher that can be redeemed in the purchase of a book.

I got a Dunnes jumper and a twenty euro book token from Dad, and luckily he left the tag on the jumper, so I can bring it back after school tomorrow and swap it for something that doesn't look like it was bought by someone who has NO IDE…
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  • “Whether you’re a member or you read our journalism for free, we’d love your view on The Ferret. Take our reader survey (and be in with a chance of a £25 book token) and help us build a stronger Ferret community around journalism that matters: https://f.mtr.cool/hhdnvtqvtx”

    — Bluesky· May 2026
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