Meaning of the word banner in English

What does banner mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

banner

US /ˈbæn.ɚ/

UK /ˈbæn.ɚ/

a long strip of cloth bearing a slogan or design, carried in a demonstration or procession or hung in a public place.

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The protesters carried a large banner.

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A welcome banner was hung across the street.

Synonym:

flag standard pennant streamer ensign

a headline spanning the full width of a newspaper page.

Example:

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The newspaper ran a banner headline about the election results.

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The shocking news appeared under a huge banner.

Synonym:

headline masthead title

an advertisement appearing on a web page in the form of a bar, strip, or box.

Example:

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The website displayed a flashing banner ad.

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Click on the banner to learn more.

Synonym:

ad advertisement web banner

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banner ad