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branding

noun

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

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Some are created by genuine experts, but many are dreamed up by parents who’ve mastered personal branding. Lauren Boswell, Parents, 30 Nov. 2025 Their Long Sleeve Blue Paisley Button Down — which the singer has proudly worn on stage — for example, is adorned with an all-over paisley print, signature branding on the cuff and a standard fit perfect for tucking into a pair of blue jeans. Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025 Fans will see Paramount+ branding featured in-stadium during men’s and women’s match days across the big screens, matchday program features and other stadium experiences. Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 28 Nov. 2025 While the majority of the sneaker is colored in a bright, candy apple red shade, several details including the Shai 001’s signature zipper and branding are filled in with green. Riley Jones, Footwear News, 28 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for branding

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 3 Dec. 2025.

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