brochure

[broh-shoor, -shur]

noun

1. a pamphlet or leaflet.

brochure

/ -ʃə, ˈbrəʊʃjʊə /

noun

1. a pamphlet or booklet, esp one containing summarized or introductory information or advertising

Word History and Origins

Origin of brochure¹

1755–65; < French, derivative of brocher to stitch (a book). See broach, -ure

Word History and Origins

Origin of brochure¹

C18: from French, from brocher to stitch (a book)

Example Sentences

The auction brochure described J Player & Son as a Coventry-based firm, known for complex and ornate timepieces.

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Yoga decks, meditation gardens and longevity-themed retreats now anchor resort brochures where the pink rabbit once was the cover shot.

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Yoga decks, meditation gardens and longevity-themed retreats now anchor resort brochures where the pink rabbit once was the cover shot.

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"I was so honoured to be a part of it this time and to sort of be the face on the front of the brochure," he said.

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There are then several bureaucratic hurdles that need to be negotiated before the name Kruger ever disappears from tourism brochures.

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Related Words

• advertisement 
• booklet 
• flyer 
• folder 
• handbill 
• handout 
• leaflet 
• pamphlet