Leafleted: meaning, definitions and examples
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leafleted
[ ˈliːf.lɪ.tɪd ]
distribution of materials
Leafleted refers to the act of distributing leaflets or pamphlets, often for the purpose of advertising, promoting a cause, or spreading information. This term is commonly used in contexts such as political campaigns, marketing initiatives, and spreading awareness about social issues. The act of leafleting usually involves handing out printed materials in public spaces or directly to individuals. It is a grassroots method of communication that seeks to engage the public directly.
Synonyms
distributing, handing out, pamphleteering
Examples of usage
- The volunteers leafleted the neighborhood to promote the upcoming event.
- She spent the afternoon leafleting the campus for the environmental campaign.
- They decided to leaflet the park during the festival to reach more people.
Translations
Translations of the word "leafleted" in other languages:
🇵🇹 folheado
🇮🇳 पंपलेट वितरित किया गया
🇩🇪 verbreitet
🇮🇩 disebarkan
🇺🇦 розданий
🇵🇱 rozdany
🇯🇵 配布された
🇫🇷 distribué
🇪🇸 distribuido
🇹🇷 dağıtılmış
🇰🇷 배포된
🇸🇦 موزعة
🇨🇿 rozdán
🇸🇰 rozdávaný
🇨🇳 分发的
🇸🇮 razdeljen
🇮🇸 dreift
🇰🇿 таратылған
🇬🇪 გაგზავნილი
🇦🇿 paylanmış
🇲🇽 distribuido
Etymology
The term 'leafleted' is derived from the noun 'leaflet', which itself comes from the Middle English word 'leflet', meaning a small, thin piece of paper. The origins of 'leaf' can be traced back to the Old English 'leaf', which referred to a page of a book or a sheet of paper. The suffix '-let' is a diminutive that conveys a smaller version of something, thus 'leaflet' literally means a small leaf of paper. Leafleting as a method of information distribution became more prominent in the 19th century with the increase of literacy rates and the rise of mass communication. In the 20th century, it became a popular tool for activists and political campaigns, allowing for direct engagement with the public and the dissemination of various messages in a cost-effective manner.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,791, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.