want-ad
Definition
Noun: - A classified advertisement: A "want-ad" is a short advertisement placed in a newspaper, magazine, or online publication, typically by an individual seeking to buy, sell, hire, or offer services. It is especially common in the "classifieds" section of a newspaper.
Usage Examples
- (She located her rental by reading a classified advertisement.)
- (He published a short notice offering his bicycle for sale.)
- (They use classified ads to search for work.)
Advanced Usage
"to run a want-ad": to publish or place a classified advertisement.
- They decided to run a want-ad for a used car. (They placed an ad in the classifieds to find a vehicle.)
"want-ad section": the part of a newspaper or website where such advertisements are grouped.
- Check the want-ad section for garage sales this weekend. (Look in the classifieds for local sales.)
Variants and Related Words
- Want-ad (n): often written with a hyphen or as two words: "want ad".
- The want-ad column is full of listings. (The classified advertisement column.)
Synonyms
- Classified ad: a short advertisement in a newspaper or online, organized by category.
- Classified: (short form) a want-ad.
- I read the classifieds every morning. (I look at the want-ad section.)
Related Idioms
"Place an ad": to put a want-ad in a publication.
- She placed an ad for a lost cat. (She published a classified advertisement.)
"Answer an ad": to respond to a want-ad, usually by contacting the advertiser.
- He answered an ad for a part-time job. (He replied to a classified advertisement.)