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Definition fandom in American English

fandom noun

noun
/ˈfændəm/
1

the state of being a very keen fan of a sports team, band, type of entertainment, etc.

Example

After last season I renounced my Chicago Cub fandom.

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2

the people who are very keen fans of a sports team, band, type of entertainment, etc., regarded as a group

Example

Here's a show that was somewhat popular among American anime fandom in the very early 1980s.

Example

She's been active in many fandoms but is probably best known for her artwork in Star Trek.

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Definition fandom in American English