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brocard


Meanings
  • noun

    A brocard is a printed or written card, often used for promotional purposes or to convey a message.


Variants
List of all variants of brocard that leads to same result
brickyard , brickyards
Etymology
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The origin of the term 'brocard' is unclear, but it is believed to have originated from the Old French word 'broucharde', which meant 'card' or 'bill'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'brocard' is also used in computing to refer to a type of error message or warning.

  2. In the game of bridge, a 'broken brocard' is a term used to describe a situation where a player has no cards left in a particular suit.


Related Concepts
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  1. business card: A type of brocard used for promotional purposes in business and professional contexts.

  2. calling card: A type of brocard used to announce one's arrival or presence, often in a formal or social context.


Culture
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In literature, brocards have been used as props or plot devices in various works, such as in the novel 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde, where a brocard serves as a catalyst for the protagonist's downfall. In art, brocards have been used as visual elements in paintings and illustrations to convey messages or add depth to a scene.

How to Memorize "brocard"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize the word 'brocard', visualize a small, rectangular piece of paper with a message or advertisement printed on it.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'brocard' with the idea of a small, portable message or advertisement.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'BroCardsAreAds' to remember the definition of 'brocard'.


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