Definition

Describing something that has been displayed or lined with large advertisements, typically on a billboard.

Example

The city was filled with billboarded buildings that caught everyone's attention.

Conversation

Did you see the new ad campaign?

Yeah, I noticed they really billboarded the city this time.

It looks amazing, especially with all those bright colors.

I agree! It definitely catches your attention while driving.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Billboarded → The word is formed from 'billboard' (a compound of 'bill' from Old French *billet*, meaning a written notice, and 'board' from Old English *bord*, meaning a flat surface) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating a past action). The term 'billboarded' refers to the act of being displayed or advertised on a billboard.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'bill' as a written notice and a 'board' as a flat surface where that notice is displayed. So, when something is 'billboarded', it means it has been put up on a flat surface for everyone to see.

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