Cachet (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun, plural ca·chets [ka-sheyz, kash-eyz; French ka-she]. /kæˈʃeɪz, ˈkæʃ eɪz; French kaˈʃɛ/.
  1. an official seal, such as on a letter or document.
  2. a distinguishing mark or feature; stamp: Relentless innovation is the cachet of success in the business world.
  3. a sign or expression of approval, especially from a person who has a great deal of prestige.
  4. superior status; prestige: In that country, any government job has a certain cachet.
  5. a hollow wafer for enclosing a bad-tasting medicine.
  6. a firm name, slogan, or design stamped or printed on an envelope or folded letter.
noun
  1. an official seal on a document, letter, etc
  2. a distinguishing mark; stamp
  3. prestige; distinction
  4. philately
    • a mark stamped by hand on mail for commemorative purposes
    • a small mark made by dealers and experts on the back of postage stamps
  5. a hollow wafer, formerly used for enclosing an unpleasant-tasting medicine
Cachet (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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