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brands

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. 1.A conflagration; a flame.
  2. 2.A piece of burning wood or peat, or a glowing cinder.
  3. 3.A torch used for signaling.
  4. 4.A sword.
  5. 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. 1.To burn the flesh with a hot iron, either as a marker (for criminals, slaves etc.) or to cauterise a wound.
  2. 2.To mark (especially cattle) with a brand as proof of ownership.
  3. 3.To make an indelible impression on the memory or senses.
  4. 4.To stigmatize, label (someone).
  5. 5.To associate a product or service with a trademark or other name and related images.

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