Hollywood
Americannoun
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the NW part of Los Angeles, Calif.: center of the American motion-picture industry.
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a city in SE Florida, near Miami: seaside resort.
noun
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a NW suburb of Los Angeles, California: centre of the American film industry. Pop: 167 664 (2000)
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the American film industry
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( as modifier )
a Hollywood star
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Center of the American film industry.
Other Word Forms
- Hollywooder noun
- Hollywoodite noun
Example Sentences
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An open letter signed by hundreds of Hollywood heavyweights was published earlier this month opposing the deal.
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
Paramount, which is looking to transform itself into a Hollywood heavyweight, is backed by tech billionaire Larry Ellison and led by his son David.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
Paramount’s deal has encountered significant opposition in Hollywood and beyond.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
A controversial housing and hotel complex that will stand out on Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood got the go-ahead from the City Council.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
"Do you think maybe Cassidy took Hollywood Heather?"
From "Sleepover Sleuths: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #1" by Carolyn Keene
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