Meaning & use
advertising
The business of promoting products, services, or ideas to the public, usually to persuade people to buy.
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The company increased its advertising budget before the holiday shopping season.
She works in advertising, creating campaigns for small local businesses.
A note on using this word
Advertising refers broadly to the industry or activity, while an 'advertisement' or 'ad' is a single piece of promotional content.
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