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commercials

|com-mer-cials|

B1

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/kəˈmɜrʃəlz/

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/kəˈmɜːʃəlz/

(commercial)

business-related

Base FormPluralNounNounNoun
commercialcommercialscommercenon-commercialismcommercials
Etymology
Etymology Information

'commercial' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'commercium,' where 'com-' meant 'together' and 'merx' meant 'goods.'

Historical Evolution

'commercium' transformed into the Old French word 'comercial,' and eventually became the modern English word 'commercial' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'pertaining to trade or commerce,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'advertisements.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

advertisements broadcast on television or radio.

The commercials during the Super Bowl are often the most expensive.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/24 06:18