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rubber stamp
noun
: a small tool that consists of a handle attached to a piece of carved rubber and that is dipped in ink and then pressed on paper to print a date, name, symbol, etc.
: a person or organization that automatically approves everything that someone does or decides
Full Definition of RUBBER STAMP
1
: a stamp of rubber for making imprints
2
a : a person who echoes or imitates others b : a mostly powerless yet officially recognized body or person that approves or endorses programs and policies initiated usually by a single specified source <the parliament was a rubber stamp for the dictator>
3
a : a stereotyped copy or expression <the usual rubber stamps of criticism — H. L. Mencken> b : a routine endorsement or approval
— rubber–stamp adjective
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First Known Use of RUBBER STAMP
1881
RUBBER STAMP Defined for Kids
rubber stamp
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Definition of RUBBER STAMP for Kids
: a stamp with a printing face of rubber
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