Definition of brandnext
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as in trademark
a device (as a word) identifying the maker of a piece of merchandise and legally reserved for the exclusive use of that person or company a company that was sued for using a name that was very similar to a rival's brand

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as in sword
a hand weapon with a length of metal sharpened on one or both sides and usually tapered to a sharp point on the battlefield lies our hero, slain by some fell brand

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brand

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verb

as in to etch
to produce a vivid impression of the exact words my father spoke as he left us are branded in my memory

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Recent Examples of brand
Noun
As an advisor, GGL says Green will assist in this goal by collaborating with executive leadership on creative strategy, intellectual property development, audience engagement, talent partnerships, original programming and long-term brand expansion. Jennifer Maas, Variety, 9 July 2026 With its dynamic architecture and expansive interiors, the estate served as a fitting backdrop for the brand’s celebration of craftsmanship. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 9 July 2026
Verb
The company, formerly branded as Maxar, was acquired by Intuitive Machines in January 2026 for about $800 million. Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 3 July 2026 Rak Ceramics, one of the largest ceramic brands in the world, will develop, manufacture and distribute Roberto Cavalli branded ceramic tiles, sanitaryware and faucets. Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for brand
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Noun
  • Vintage’s startup speed has resulted in some bumps in the road, namely a trademark infringement lawsuit from Ford.
    Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 10 July 2026
  • Despite Mickey the Moose's local popularity, Buc-ee's claims trademark infringement, demanding profits and merchandise destruction.
    Roger Dooley, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Noun
  • Orkin recommends inspecting hotel rooms before unpacking by checking mattresses and furniture for live bugs, shed skins, tiny eggs or dark, ink-like stains.
    Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • Doctors have to order a particular kind of test that requires a special stain that turns the eggs of the parasite bright pink or orange so they can be seen under a microscope.
    Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
Noun
  • Her handmaiden points out that a sword contradicts her message of peace and suggests instead a chain.
    Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • But, as exciting as swords and dragons are, that’s not really what his show is about.
    Brian Grubb, Vulture, 6 July 2026
Verb
  • Oven cleaners are not safe for glass doors and can cause permanent damage like cloudiness or chemical etching.
    Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 4 July 2026
  • All etched into the face of a man who spent his presidency fighting to hold together a nation that seemed determined to tear itself apart.
    Chris Kenning, USA Today, 2 July 2026
Noun
  • Contrary to their label, these cocktails are more than a trashy afterthought; their flavor pairings are as well considered as any other on the menu.
    Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
  • Harrison bottles his wines, which include a red blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and cabernet franc from a toasty creekside vineyard in the Santa Clara Valley, under his label, From Brent Wine Co.
    Laura Ness, Mercury News, 5 July 2026
Noun
  • The prosecutor’s subjective good faith does not cure the retaliatory taint.
    Antonio Pequeño IV, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
  • There’s a purity here, the course free from the taint of bureaucracy governing so much of the academy.
    Peter Wayne Moe, Longreads, 26 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Rodríguez Castro wears a stainless-steel version on his left wrist.
    Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • This cot-style find is made of breathable mesh fabric to keep your dog cool, and the steel frame features skid-resistant feet.
    Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
Verb
  • One ring found Thursday was engraved with characters believed to be Bhrami script, an ancient Indian writing system.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 July 2026
  • The firearm contained one spent round and three unspent rounds, which were each engraved with messages, according to charging documents.
    Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026

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“Brand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brand. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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