Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

American  

noun

1. an association whose membership is comprised of thousands of professionals in cinema production, established in 1927 and primarily known for the annual Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars. AMPAS

---

Pronunciation

The long official name of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is commonly shortened to simply the Academy or to the abbreviation AMPAS. Some speakers pronounce the abbreviation . However, this shorter pronunciation appears to be rare.

Etymology

Origin of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said the move was part of a multi-year partnership with AEG, the owner of the LA Live complex that also hosts the Emmy and Grammy Awards.

From BBC

O’Brien’s return was confirmed just weeks after last year’s awards show, much earlier than the typical fall announcement by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

From Los Angeles Times

A representative for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

From Los Angeles Times

Who do you think the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ voters are more comfortable with applauding?

From Salon

Fires, thefts and the occasional accident have destroyed or scattered a small number of the statuettes handed out each year by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

From Los Angeles Times