anicom en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈænɪˌkɒm/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˈænɪˌkɑm/ (General-American)
Etymology
Blend of animated + sitcom.
Meanings
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(neologism) A sitcom that uses animation rather than filmed actors.
Development of the 'anicom' "The Simpsons" and a number of other 'anicoms' differ from other forms of television […]
2001, Animation Journal, volumes 9-12, page 85:[…] teen soaps (Hollyoaks), anicoms (The Simpsons), police psychological thrillers (Cracker) and so on.
2006, Tony Purvis, Get Set for Media and Cultural Studies, page 65:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| anicoms | Number=Plur | lexicographic |