green card
A 'green card' allows non-citizens to live and work permanently in the United States.
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Definition
B2Immigration
(formal, legal)An identification document issued by the U.S. government granting permanent residence to a non-citizen.
Example
- She received her green card last year and can now live and work in the U.S. permanently.
C1Field Hockey
(sports)A warning card given to a player for a rule infraction, indicating a minor offense.
Example
- The referee showed him a green card for his first minor foul.
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