spokesmodel

noun

spokes·​mod·​el ˈspōks-ˌmä-dᵊl How to pronounce spokesmodel (audio)
: a model who is a spokesman or spokeswoman

Examples of spokesmodel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web And now Calvin Klein have revealed–quite literally—their newest spokesmodel, just in time for Pride season: actor Brandon Flynn. Philip Ellis, Men's Health, 31 May 2023 Played by Seeger, the coach silently radiates intense disapproval as Peter argues against reporting the discovery of performance-enhancing drugs in the facility’s refrigerator — not on the eve of the Olympic qualifying trials, not as Ray may ink a life-changing spokesmodel deal with Speedo. Christine Dolen, Sun Sentinel, 12 Dec. 2022 The mother of three has long relished her role as a spokesmodel for happiness, and last year, shared how ageism in fashion can be combated with a positive attitude. Anna Lazarus Caplan, Peoplemag, 5 Jan. 2023 The woman was identified in the lawsuit as a Jane Doe who worked as a professional dancer, model, host and spokesmodel. Nardine Saadstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2022 Picked from obscurity to be a Labatt beer spokesmodel, Anderson eventually left her native Canada for Los Angeles. Daniel D'addario, Variety, 26 Jan. 2022 For a time, Lansbury was the Herbal Essences spokesmodel. Ariel Levy, The New Yorker, 10 Jan. 2022 Fashion Fair's relaunching with a brand-new spokesmodel to tie it all together. Jihan Forbe, Allure, 1 Sep. 2021 Tennis star Naomi Osaka has become a go-to spokesmodel, from a denim campaign with Levi’s to her own skincare line to a deal with salad chain Sweetgreen. Fortune, 20 May 2021

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Word History

First Known Use

1984, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of spokesmodel was in 1984

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“Spokesmodel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spokesmodel. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

spokesmodel

noun
spokes·​mod·​el -ˌsmäd-ᵊl How to pronounce spokesmodel (audio)
: a model who is a spokesman or spokeswoman

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