Meaning
A short description of a book, film, or other work, written and used for promotional purposes.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
Coined by American artist, art critic, poet, author and humorist Gelett Burgess in 1907 on a dust jacket at a trade association dinner. The dust jacket said “YES, this is a “BLURB”!” and featured a (fictitious) “Miss Belinda Blurb” shown calling out, described as “in the act of blurbing”.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
endorsementindorsementacknowledgmentadvertisementappreciationballyhooprboostbuildupcelebrity
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles: