placard
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for placard, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A sign, often on card or board, displaying a message for public view.
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How to use placard
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Etymology
From Middle French placard, related to a verb meaning "to stick or paste" — a placard was originally something pasted onto a wall.
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What does “placard” mean?
The word “placard” means a sign, often on card or board, displaying a message for public view. In plain terms, a sign carried or posted in public, usually with a written message or slogan.
How do you pronounce “placard”?
“Placard” is pronounced PLAK-ahd (/ˈplæk.ɑɹd/ in IPA).
How do you use “placard” in a sentence?
Here is “placard” used in a sentence: “Protesters carried placards demanding better wages.”
What part of speech is “placard”?
Depending on how it is used, “placard” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “placard” come from?
The word “placard” comes from Middle French. From Middle French placard, related to a verb meaning "to stick or paste" — a placard was originally something pasted onto a wall.
How many meanings does “placard” have?
“Placard” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sign, often on card or board, displaying a message for public view.