English
mapvertising
Blend of map + advertising.
A blend of map + advertising
Medieval Latin mappa mundī
Old French mapamonde ‘world map’
Middle English mappemounde ‘world map’
English map
The story
Though there is evidence of usage before, the term first came into heavy use in 2006. The word was trademarked in the United Kingdom only on November 29, 2004.
Today it means
noun the concept and act of advertising on, or in direct relation to, maps; generally referring to online maps, but also including rooftop and other large, physical ads positioned for satellite photo opportunities.
Language periods are conventional ranges, not dates for this word.
Etymograph / mapvertising