Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
film-buff
noun
/fɪlm bʌf/
Definition
A person who is very passionate about films and cinema.
Examples
- As a film buff, she watched all the classic movies from the 1970s.
- Being a film buff means you probably have a favorite director whose work you admire.
- He joined a local club to meet other film buffs and discuss their favorite films.
Meaning
More than just a casual viewer, a film buff actively seeks out various films, studies cinema history, and appreciates the art of filmmaking.
Synonyms
- movie enthusiast
- cinema lover
- film connoisseur
