noun a card that serves as official identification, typically containing the holder's name, photograph, and other personal information
Used by schools and universities for student identification and access to facilities
Used for identification purposes by government agencies for security and verification
Required for patient identification and access to medical services
Often needed as proof of identity for employment purposes
Necessary for identification during travel and border crossings
Required for identification during interactions with law enforcement officers
A writer may need to show their ID card when attending writer's conferences, book signings, or when conducting interviews.
Psychologists may use their ID card to verify their credentials when meeting with clients or attending professional conferences.
Police officers use their ID card to identify themselves when on duty, making arrests, or conducting investigations.
Doctors may need to show their ID card when admitting patients to a hospital, prescribing medication, or attending medical conferences.