Marque
noun
A model or brand of a product, especially a car.
The car is of a Japanese marque.
Often appears as...
- car marque
- luxury marque
noun
A license to capture an enemy's goods or ships in a war.
The privateer was given a marque by the government to seize enemy vessels.
Often appears as...
- letter of marque
- grant a marque
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
noun
A model or brand of a product, especially a car.
The car is of a Japanese marque.
Often appears as...
- car marque
- luxury marque
noun
A license to capture an enemy's goods or ships in a war.
The privateer was given a marque by the government to seize enemy vessels.
Often appears as...
- letter of marque
- grant a marque
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Brand Association
Remember 'marque' shows a connection to specific characteristics of a brand, often implying prestige.
The Bentley marque is synonymous with luxury.
Pro Tip 2/3Consumer Products
Use 'marque' mainly when discussing products like cars, not for everyday consumer goods.
That electric SUV is from a new marque gaining popularity.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Personal
Don't use 'marque' to describe personal branding; it's for commercial products.
The marque struggled to compete in the tough economy.
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