handbill

Meanings

• noun

  A small poster or leaflet, typically used for advertising an event or for political campaigning.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with handbill
bill , chill , gill , hill , mill , pill , rill , still , thrill , will

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Variants

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handbill , handbills

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Etymology

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The word 'handbill' comes from the Old English term 'handbilla', which means 'announcement' or 'proclamation'. It refers to a document that is intended to be distributed by hand.

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Trivia

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1. Handbills were used extensively during the American Revolution to spread information and rally support for the cause.

2. The first political handbills were printed in the 15th century in Europe.

3. Handbills were used extensively during the Civil Rights Movement in the United States to spread information and mobilize supporters.

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Related Concepts

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1. Poster: A large sheet of paper, fabric, or other material, used for displaying information or advertising.

2. Flyer: A small piece of paper, similar to a handbill, used for advertising or promoting an event or cause.

3. Propaganda: Information, ideas, or rumors deliberately spread widely to help or harm a person, group, movement, institution, or nation.

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Culture

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Handbills have been used throughout history for various purposes, including political campaigning, advertising events, and spreading information. They have played an important role in shaping public opinion and have been used to mobilize people for causes. In the Philippines, handbills have been used extensively for political campaigning and for advertising local events.

How to Memorize "handbill"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person holding a small piece of paper and distributing it to others. Visualize the design and colors of the handbill and the information it contains.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'handbill' with the idea of advertising or promoting an event or cause. Remember the feeling of receiving a handbill and the excitement it brings.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the acronym HANDBILL: 'Handout Advertising Notices By Individuals, Locally, Legally'.

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