sticker

noun

stick·​er ˈsti-kər 

1

: one that pierces with a point

2

a

: one that adheres or causes adhesion

b

: a slip of paper with adhesive back that can be fastened to a surface

Examples of sticker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Each box contains four to five items that can include almost anything a teen girl would love: stickers, patches, reusable water bottles, makeup brushes, sunglasses, towels, snacks… the list is pretty endless. —Jessica Booth, Parents, 16 Dec. 2024

Shoppers can post a sticker with their own inspirational message or affirmation. —Melissa Repko, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024

Look for a direct paper trail that starts with the automaker and ends with the current owner, and ideally includes the original window sticker, sales contract, the owner’s manual and other paperwork that came with the car, along with copies of titles and bills of sale. —Jim Gorzelany, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024

This portable printer does more than just stickers. —Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1542, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

Phrases Containing sticker

• bumper sticker
• pot sticker
• sticker price
• sticker shock

Kids Definition

sticker

noun

stick·​er ˈstik-ər 

1

: something that pierces with a point

2

a

: something that clings (as a bur) or causes clinging (as glue)

b

: a slip of paper with gummed back that clings to a surface