sympathy card en · NOUN
Etymology
From sympathy + card.
Meanings
- A greeting card sent to family members of one who has died to express regret.
- An attempt to gain sympathy or an advantage in a discussion by portraying oneself as a victim in need of sympathy (used with the verb "play").
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| sympathy cards | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Hyponyms
Mass card (card expressing regret over death of someone)
Synonyms
condolence card (card expressing regret over death of someone)
Translations (2)
fi säälikortti (attempt to gain sympathy) · fi suruadressi (card to express regret)