Banners
/ˈbænərz/
nounBeginnerCommonArts
Meaning
Question
Definitions
1
A long piece of cloth, usually with a message or design, hung or displayed publicly.
/ˈbænərz/
nounneutralBeginner
Arts
A flag or sign
They carried banners protesting the war.
💡 Simply: A big sign or flag.
More Examples
2
The website featured a rotating banner ad.
How It's Used
Advertising
"The company hung large banners across the street to advertise their new product."
Celebrations
"Colorful banners decorated the town square for the festival."
From Old French *banere, from Old High German *banna 'proclamation, announcement'. Originally referred to a military standard or flag; the modern meaning developed over time.
Historically, banners were primarily used in military contexts as identifying flags for units or commanders.
Memory tip
Think of a 'banner' headline – it's a prominent announcement.
Practice
Base: banner
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Usage
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70%Written