comic book

noun

1. a magazine with one or more comic strips.

Word History and Origins

Origin of comic book¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

Comic Con is introducing its Stan Lee Experience, a 1,500-square-foot booth in Aisle 200 that features an AI-powered holographic image of the late comic book legend that interacts with attendees.

From Los Angeles Times

“Our mythos emerged from comic books and gaming culture and it has a narrative. Each band member has a character; they are part of our zeitgeist.”

From Los Angeles Times

Sierra Canyon has a defense in high school football that needs comic book treatment.

From Los Angeles Times

For years, Hollywood relied on a steady stream of comic book adaptations to power the box office and draw audiences in.

From Los Angeles Times

"It's from a comic book, really. It was like Roy of the Rovers… some kind of schoolboy, fictional stuff."

From BBC