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The correct spelling is brands.
How to pronounce brands
noun
Say it like: Bra-nds
The correct spelling is brands. A conflagration; a flame. For example: "To burn something to brands and ashes."
Usage Examples
“To burn something to brands and ashes.”
“Some brands of breakfast cereal contain a lot of sugar.”
“I didn't appreciate his particular brand of flattery.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A conflagration; a flame.
- 2.A piece of burning wood or peat, or a glowing cinder.
- 3.A torch used for signaling.
- 4.A sword.
- 5.A mark or scar made by burning with a hot iron, especially to mark cattle or to classify the contents of a cask.
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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