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The correct spelling is branded.
How to pronounce branded
verb
Say it like: Bra-nde-d
The correct spelling is branded. To burn the flesh with a hot iron, either as a marker (for criminals, slaves etc.) or to cauterise a wound. For example: "When they caught him, he was branded and then locked up."
Usage Examples
“When they caught him, he was branded and then locked up.”
“The ranch hands had to brand every new calf by lunchtime.”
“Her face is branded upon my memory.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To burn the flesh with a hot iron, either as a marker (for criminals, slaves etc.) or to cauterise a wound.
- 2.To mark (especially cattle) with a brand as proof of ownership.
- 3.To make an indelible impression on the memory or senses.
- 4.To stigmatize, label (someone).
- 5.To associate a product or service with a trademark or other name and related images.
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