Polysemy

Words with multiple meanings

brand

3 meanings

→ A type of product made by a company

→ A mark burned into livestock

→ To mark with disgrace

🏷️

Meaning: A type of product made by a company

Example: "Which brand of shoes do you prefer?"

🔥

Meaning: A mark burned into livestock

Example: "The cattle have the ranch's brand."

👎

Meaning: To mark with disgrace

Example: "He was branded a traitor."