sci-fi
|sci/fi|
/ˈsaɪˌfaɪ/
futuristic imagination
Etymology
'sci-fi' originates from the term 'science fiction', where 'science' refers to systematic knowledge and 'fiction' refers to imaginative storytelling.
'science fiction' was shortened to 'sci-fi' in the 20th century, becoming a popular term for the genre.
Initially, it referred to any imaginative fiction involving science, but now it often implies futuristic or advanced technological themes.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genre of speculative fiction that typically deals with imaginative and futuristic concepts such as advanced science and technology, space exploration, time travel, parallel universes, and extraterrestrial life.
The movie is a classic example of sci-fi, featuring time travel and alien encounters.
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