movie
|mov-ie|
A2
/ˈmuːvi/
moving pictures
Etymology
Etymology Information
'movie' originates from the word 'moving picture', where 'moving' meant 'in motion' and 'picture' meant 'a visual representation'.
Historical Evolution
'moving picture' was shortened to 'movie' in American English in the early 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any moving visual representation, but now it specifically refers to films shown in theaters or on television.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a series of moving pictures, usually shown in a theater or on television, that tells a story.
We went to see a movie last night.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35