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plaque

/plæk/ noun · British & US
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What does plaque mean?

noun

A flat plate, often of metal, used for commemorative or decorative purposes, typically attached to a wall or monument. A deposit or patch of dead cells on the surface of a living tissue, such as the skin or mucous membrane.

Example

"The hospital installed a plaque to commemorate the opening of the new wing."

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