Meaning of green card in English

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  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Noun

    green card

    Definitions

    1. a card that identifies the bearer as an alien with permanent resident status in the United States

    Examples

    • « he was surprised to discover that green cards are no longer green »

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  • « I married him for a green card. We had a really great, caring relationship it just obviously wasn't right for me. »
    Portia de Rossi
  • « For those who have come here illegally, they might have a transition time to allow them to set their affairs in order. And then go back home and get in line with everybody else. And if they get in line and they apply to become a citizen and get a green card, they will be treated like everybody else. »
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