advertisements
|ad-ver-tise-ments|
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/ədˈvɜrtɪsmənts/
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/ədˈvɜːtɪsmənts/
(advertisement)
public notice
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advertisement' originates from the French word 'avertissement', which meant 'warning' or 'announcement'.
Historical Evolution
'avertissement' transformed into the English word 'advertisement' in the 15th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a warning or announcement', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a public notice promoting something'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
notices or announcements in a public medium promoting a product, service, or event.
The advertisements in the magazine were very colorful.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45