n. A short description of a book, film, musical work, or other product written and used for promotional purposes.
v. To write or quote something in a blurb
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n. a promotional statement (as found on the dust jackets of books)
Word Usage
"The former Eurythmics singer has been nominated for the Barclays Woman of the Year Award, which according to the blurb is given each year to an exceptional woman whose personal and public life has been both brave and bold."