direct marketing

noun

: marketing by means of direct communication with consumers (as through catalogs and telemarketing)

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And since 1995, the European Union and its member countries have allowed individuals to object to using their information for direct marketing purposes. —

Corey G. Johnson, ProPublica, 5 Feb. 2025 Cynthia, a graduate of Harvard Business School, always had a refined palate for wine, particularly after living in France and creating a direct marketing travel club for American Express. —

Andrew Watman, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024 Some are moving toward marketing and presenting art through new venues such as direct marketing, supported by some nonprofit arts and entrepreneur support groups. —

Debra Utacia Krol, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024 Driving the news: On Tuesday, 11:11 announced a joint venture with direct marketing giant Guthy-Renker called 11:11 Beauty to house beauty and wellness products inspired by Hilton, who will be the creative director. —

Sara Fischer, Axios, 19 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for direct marketing

Word History

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of direct marketing was in 1961

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“Direct marketing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/direct%20marketing. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.

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