noun Internet Slang

fandom

FAN-duhm · noun · informal

The community of fans of a work, artist or franchise

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The collective community of people who are fans of a particular thing, along with its culture and activities.

“This fandom will mobilise a trending tag in ten minutes flat.”
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fandom In A Sentence

This fandom will mobilise a trending tag in ten minutes flat.

Origin & Usage

Blend of 'fan' + '-dom' (domain); in use since the early 20th century.

People Also Ask

What does fandom mean?

It's the collective community of people who are fans of a particular work, artist, or franchise, along with its culture and activities.

Where does the word fandom come from?

It's a blend of 'fan' and the suffix '-dom' (meaning domain or realm) and has been in use since the early 20th century.

How is fandom used?

It refers both to the community as a whole ('this fandom is huge') and to being part of it, covering the fans, their culture, and shared activities.

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