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cachets

/kæˈʃeɪz/ /kæˈʃeɪs/

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noun

A seal, as of a letter.

Examples :

"The antique letters still bore the family's cachets, pressed into the wax seals. "

stationery writing communication

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noun

A special characteristic or quality; prestige.

Examples :

"I remember when this diner was a quiet hangout, but lately it seems to be losing its cachet."

quality character style achievement society value

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A commemorative stamped design or inscription on an envelope, other than a cancellation or pre-printed postage.

Examples :

"The envelope, celebrating the town's 100th anniversary, had colorful cachets depicting historical landmarks. "

stationery communication art

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noun

A sealed envelope containing an item whose price is being negotiated.

Examples :

""The appraiser examined several cachets, each holding a different rare stamp, before making an offer." "

business finance communication

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noun

A capsule containing a pharmaceutical preparation.

Examples :

"The pharmacist carefully measured the powder before filling the small, white cachets for my daughter's medicine. "

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noun

A hidden location from which one can observe birds while remaining unseen.

Examples :

"> Ornithologists often use carefully constructed cachets near watering holes to study bird behavior without disturbing the subjects. "

bird environment place nature