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What Is The Word For When A Commercial Product Name Is Used Instead Of The Actual Name Of The Product?

The use of the word band-aid instead of adhesive bandage Or I'm hoovering the floor instead of vacuuming

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The word for commercial product names is Brand name. For e.g.,  in case of band-aid, band-aid would be the brand name for the generic product 'adhesive bandage' and likewise Kleenex would be the brand name for 'Tissue Paper'.

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