visiting card

noun

1. calling card ( def 1 ).

visiting card

noun

1. See calling card
   another term for calling card

Word History and Origins

Origin of visiting card¹

First recorded in 1775–85

Example Sentences

He gave "Madame Clifford's" address, and wrote something in English on his visiting card.

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The letter contained nothing worse than a visiting card, with only a few words written on it.

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She looked for Arpad's visiting-card, ordered her carriage, and drove out to visit the Belenyis.

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He presented a silver tray, on which Aldo, after a moment's hesitation, deposited his visiting-card.

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If one does not accept, the visiting card should be sent by mail so that it will reach the hostess on the day of the reception.

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