brochure — a small book or magazine containing pictures and information about a product or service
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small book or magazine containing pictures and information about a product or service
Pronunciation (IPA): /broʊˈʃʊr/
Example Sentences
- The hotel brochure promised a five-star experience, but the room looked like a one-star disaster.
- She collected university brochures like some people collect stamps.
- The car dealership brochure made the vehicle look so shiny that I needed sunglasses to read it.
brochure
NOUN[/broʊˈʃʊr/]
a small book or magazine containing pictures and information about a product or service
She picks up a glossy travel brochure showing tropical beaches and waterfalls.
This brochure makes me sure there's a cure!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Brochure derives from French 'brocher,' meaning 'to stitch' or 'to sew.' The term originally referred to a simple booklet made by stitching pages together, later evolving to mean any small printed pamphlet or booklet.
Breakdown
brocher (to stitch, sew) + -ure (noun-forming suffix), literally 'something stitched or sewn together.'
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📝Examples
“The hotel brochure promised a five-star experience, but the room looked like a one-star disaster.”
“She collected university brochures like some people collect stamps.”
“The car dealership brochure made the vehicle look so shiny that I needed sunglasses to read it.”
“Please send me a brochure with detailed information about your services.”
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