cinephile

noun

cine·​phile ˈsi-nə-ˌfī(-ə)l How to pronounce cinephile (audio)
: a devotee of motion pictures

Examples of cinephile in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Popular on Variety Janus Films serves as the sister distribution arm of Criterion, which specializes in high-end titles and premium home video releasing, selling classic films to cinephiles. Katcy Stephan, Variety, 20 May 2024 Maybe it can be enjoyed by cinephiles and by families with children? Marta Balaga, Variety, 15 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for cinephile 

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Word History

Etymology

French cinéphile, from ciné + -phile

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cinephile was in 1929

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“Cinephile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cinephile. Accessed 2 Jun. 2024.

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