Dictionary

advertainment en · NOUN

Pronunciation

• /ˌad.vəˈteɪn.mənt/ (Received-Pronunciation)
• /ˌæd.vɚˈteɪn.mənt/ (General-American)

Etymology

Blend of advertisement + entertainment.

Meanings

1. (countable, uncountable) A form of communication that combines the elements of advertising and entertainment.
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