fandom

[fan-duhm]

noun

1. fans collectively, as of a celebrity, a movie, a book, or a professional game or sport.

Word History and Origins

Origin of fandom¹

An Americanism dating back to 1900–05; fan ² + -dom

Example Sentences

As the show's fandom grew, so did the profile of its predominantly young cast.

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Friday night also served as an occasion for families to carry on the legacy of Maná fandom and to have cross-cultural connections through the band’s music.

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These deep attachments, particularly common in Europe and South America, make soccer fandom a valuable case study for understanding how group identity shapes emotion and behavior.

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She writes, “It seemed to some that I was doing nothing,” and nowadays, there would at least be some segment of fandom and the media who would be applauding her for prioritizing her mental health.

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“They develop emotional attachments with consumers, particularly younger consumers, that ultimately results in a deeper level of fandom that stays with fans and audiences through generations,” Katz said.

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