admen
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/ˈædˌmɛn/
(adman)
advertising professional
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adman' originates from the English word 'advertisement,' where 'ad-' is a shortened form of 'advertisement' and '-man' refers to a person involved in a particular activity.
Historical Evolution
'advertisement' transformed into the colloquial term 'ad,' and eventually 'adman' was coined to describe individuals in the advertising industry.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any person involved in advertising, but over time it evolved to specifically denote those in creative or managerial roles.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who works in advertising, especially in a creative or managerial role.
The admen brainstormed new ideas for the upcoming campaign.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/10 05:06