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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This might include business coaching, personal branding consultants, growth mentors, or participation in high-level masterminds. Jodie Cook, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 The acquisition was completed in November, according to the companies, and brings Bowlsby’s firm under the Elevate corporate umbrella and branding. Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 16 Jan. 2025 After the logo and branding release, members of the Warriors basketball team, such as head coach Steve Kerr and stars Draymond Green and Curry, have been sporting Valkyries gear in public appearances, including pregame warmups and postgame press conferences. Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025 The vehicles’ interiors were gilded, with two bars, a television screen, and the requisite Trump branding throughout. Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 16 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for branding 

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of branding was in 1913

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“Branding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/branding. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

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