covermount: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
LowSpecialized/Journalistic
Quick answer
What does “covermount” mean?
A free item, typically a CD, DVD, or booklet, attached to the cover of a magazine as a promotional gift.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A free item, typically a CD, DVD, or booklet, attached to the cover of a magazine as a promotional gift.
The practice or product of attaching promotional material to the front cover of a publication; can also refer to the item itself.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
The term is more established and commonly used in British publishing and media. In American English, the concept exists but is more often described with phrases like 'cover-mounted CD' or 'free gift with magazine'.
Connotations
In the UK, it carries a neutral, industry-specific connotation. In the US, it may sound like a Britishism or jargon.
Frequency
Significantly more frequent in UK English. Rare in general American usage.
Grammar
How to Use “covermount” in a Sentence
The [MAGAZINE] has a [COVERMOUNT] of [ITEM].They are offering a [COVERMOUNT] with the latest issue.Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “covermount” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The magazine plans to covermount a sampler CD next month. (Note: This is a rare, jargonistic back-formation.)
American English
- The publication will include a cover-mounted CD. (Uses adjective form instead.)
adverb
British English
- Not applicable.
American English
- Not applicable.
adjective
British English
- The covermount offer significantly boosted sales.
- It was a covermount DVD featuring film trailers.
American English
- The cover-mounted software disc was a key selling point.
- They used a cover-mount promotion for the launch.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Used in publishing and marketing to discuss promotional strategies and product bundling.
Academic
Rare; might appear in media studies or marketing papers discussing magazine economics.
Everyday
Uncommon; a reader might say 'I bought it for the covermount' when discussing a magazine purchase.
Technical
Specific to the print media and physical publishing industry.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “covermount”
Strong
Neutral
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “covermount”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “covermount”
- Using it as a verb (e.g., 'They covermounted a CD'). The verb form is not standard.
- Confusing it with 'cover charge'.
- Assuming it's common in all English varieties.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a low-frequency, specialized term used primarily in the publishing industry, especially in the UK.
While the noun is standard, using it as a verb (e.g., 'to covermount') is non-standard industry jargon at best and should be avoided in general writing.
A covermount is physically attached to the outside cover. An 'insert' is typically loose and placed between the pages inside the magazine.
No, it specifically refers to a physical item attached to a physical publication. The digital equivalent might be a 'free download' or 'digital bonus'.
A free item, typically a CD, DVD, or booklet, attached to the cover of a magazine as a promotional gift.
Covermount is usually specialized/journalistic in register.
Covermount: in British English it is pronounced /ˈkʌvəmaʊnt/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈkʌvərmaʊnt/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “None specific to this term.”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of a CD MOUNTed on the COVER of a magazine.
Conceptual Metaphor
A BONUS IS AN ATTACHMENT (The added value is physically fixed to the main product).
Practice
Quiz
In which context is the word 'covermount' most appropriately used?