branding

noun

brand·​ing ˈbran-diŋ How to pronounce branding (audio)
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: the promoting of a product or service by identifying it with a particular brand

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Inspired by America's favorite pastime, these tools feature patented bat-handle designs and officially licensed MLB branding. Tory Johnson, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026 Excessive branding often draws unnecessary attention and can make an outfit feel cluttered rather than chic. Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2026 Before Ellison came out, a new company branding video — narrated by Tom Cruise — showcased talent on the Paramount lot and featured heavy hitter creatives like Jerry Bruckheimer, James Cameron, the Duffer Brothers, Mark Wahlberg and Will Smith. Michael Schneider, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026 As its name suggests, the sneaker is fully blacked out, including its upper, futuristic sole unit and all of its external branding. Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 17 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for branding

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of branding was in 1850

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“Branding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/branding. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.

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