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branded content

American

[bran-did kon-tent] / ˈbræn dɪd ˈkɒn tɛnt /

noun

advertising that a company or brand creates itself and publishes or presents in venues other than traditional ad spaces, as entertainment, educational content, etc..

I found some delicious branded content on their recipe website.

Etymology

Origin of branded content

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

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She finished her studies but changed course when social-media posts about her travels took off, and she realized she could use her education to negotiate contracts for branded content.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 11, 2025

The pictures were used "to promote Ms Lopez's public appearances, boost user engagement, increase shareability, and lend credibility to her branded content", they argue.

From BBC • May 20, 2025

He consults on the side while running a company that makes commercials and music videos and working on branded content and deals.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2025

Chalamet was nominated in the media and entertainment branded content category for his ad for Apple TV+, a follow-up to last year’s campaign with Jon Hamm.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 2, 2024

SpringHill’s emphasis on branded content sets it apart from old-line studios, he added.

From New York Times • Jun. 21, 2022

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