placard
placard Lexical Profile
placard Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A printed or handwritten poster or sign for public display, often carried by demonstrators or fixed to a wall.
"The protesters marched through the city center carrying placards demanding immediate climate action."
A formal notice or official decree issued by a government or authority for public view.
"The king's placard was nailed to the cathedral door for all the townspeople to see."
• verb
To cover or decorate a wall or other surface with posters or signs.
"Enthusiastic supporters placarded the entire neighborhood with brightly colored campaign flyers."
To announce, advertise, or publicly display a notice using a poster.
"The upcoming charity concert was heavily placarded throughout the downtown area to maximize ticket sales."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Late 15th century (originally denoting a formal document, warrant, or license): from Old French placard, from plaquier 'to plaster or lay flat', derived from Middle Dutch placken 'to patch or plaster'.
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