Brand (Noun)

Identification mark on skin, made by burning.

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The rancher used a hot iron to brand the cattle with his initials.
The escaped slave still bore the brand of his former owner on his cheek.
The brand on the cow's hide was a distinctive symbol of the ranch.
The practice of branding slaves was a brutal reminder of their status as property.
The cowboy's brand was a crude but effective way to identify his livestock.

A symbol of disgrace or infamy; "And the Lord set a mark upon Cain"--Genesis.

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The thief was branded with a mark on his forehead, signifying his crime to all.
Her infidelity became a brand of shame on the family's reputation.
The community shunned the once-respected doctor after the scandal left a permanent brand on his character.
In the Puritan town, a woman caught in adultery was publicly branded with a scarlet letter.
The murderer was branded with a lifelong label of "notorious killer", haunting his every move.

A name given to a product or service.

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The company spent millions of dollars promoting its new brand of sneakers.
The fashion brand is known for its high-quality and stylish clothing.
She bought a new car from a well-known brand that specializes in electric vehicles.
The popular coffee brand has stores in over 50 countries worldwide.
The company decided to rebrand its image by changing its logo and slogan.

A piece of wood that has been burned or is burning.

Nouns denoting substances.

The firefighter carefully picked up the smoldering brand and placed it in the bucket of water to extinguish it.
After the campfire had died down, a few brands remained, still emitting a faint glow.
The blacksmith used a hot brand to sear the initials into the leather saddle.
As the wildfire raged on, sparks and brands flew through the air, igniting new flames.
The burning brand fell from the chimney and landed on the dry leaves, starting a small fire.

A recognizable kind; "there's a new brand of hero in the movies now"; "what make of car is that?".

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

The new brand of smartphone is taking the market by storm with its innovative features.
She's a fan of that brand of humor that's a bit sarcastic and irreverent.
The company is launching a new brand of eco-friendly cleaning products.
What brand of coffee do you usually buy at the store?
The latest brand of celebrity chef is known for his bold flavors and exotic ingredients.