You use token to describe things or actions which are small or unimportant but are meant to show particular intentions or feelings which may not be sincere.
双语例句
例：
The announcement was welcomed as a step in the right direction, but was widely seen as a token gesture.
这个通告作为向正确方向迈进的一步而受到欢迎，但也被普遍看作只是个象征性的姿态。
NOUN. 名词
tokens
1.?[C 可数名词] 代用币
A token is a round flat piece of metal or plastic that is sometimes used instead of money.
双语例句
例：
slot-machine tokens.
自动贩卖机使用的代用币。
2.?[C 可数名词] 代金券 , 购物卡
A token is a piece of paper or card that can be exchanged for goods, either in a particular store or as part of a special offer.
PHRASE. 习语
by the same token
1.?同样地
You use by the same token to introduce a statement that you think is true for the same reasons that were given for a previous statement.
双语例句
例：
If you give up exercise, your muscles shrink and fat increases. By the same token, if you expend more energy you will lose fat.