promotion (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /prəˈməʊʃn/
Definition
The act of advancing someone to a higher rank or position, or the state of being advanced.
Examples
He was given a promotion to senior manager after only two years with the company.
The company announced several promotions at the annual staff meeting.
Her promotion came with a significant salary increase and more responsibility.
How to Use promotion
- promotion to (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates the new rank or position someone receives. — "She received a promotion to vice president."
- promotion of (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates what is being advanced or supported (e.g., sales, awareness). — "The event is a promotion of local artists."
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