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Genre-Fiction

/ˈʒɒ̃rə ˈfɪkʃən/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A category of literature or art characterized by a particular style, form, or content.

    "Science fiction is a popular genre-fiction that explores futuristic concepts."
  2. 2

    Fiction that is categorized based on its thematic elements, such as mystery, romance, or fantasy.

    "The bookstore has a wide selection of genre-fiction, including thrillers and historical novels."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'genre' originates from the Latin word 'genus', meaning 'kind' or 'type', which evolved through Old French into its current form. 'Fiction' comes from the Latin 'fictio', meaning 'the act of making, fashioning, or shaping', reflecting the creative aspect of storytelling.

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