noun
- A certificate or official document, especially an identity card or passport issued by a government.
- A schedule or list, especially one attached to a legal document or tax return.
Usage: Primarily used in Spanish-speaking countries and the Philippines.; Often refers to a national ID card or civil registry document.
Usage: Legal or administrative context.; Less common in modern English usage.
Examples
- She presented her cedula as proof of citizenship when applying for the job.
- The government issued new cedulas with enhanced security features.
- He carried his cedula in his wallet at all times.
- The tax form included a cedula listing all deductible expenses.
- Citizens must renew their cedulas every ten years.