comic book

noun

: a magazine containing sequences of comic strips
usually hyphenated in attributive use

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So far, the third and final entry in Sony’s alien symbiote comic book trilogy has grossed $317.1 million globally, including $227 million internationally and $90 million domestically. Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 3 Nov. 2024 Smith’s film chronicles the impact on the long-term friendship of two New Jersey comic book artists when they are joined by a third artist, who turns out to be lesbian. Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 1 Nov. 2024 Multiple comic book arcs see Agatha as a transparent spirit guiding Wanda Maximoff in her witchy pursuits, including Scarlet Witch: The Witches' Road from writer James Robinson — one big inspiration for Agatha All Along. Nick Romano, EW.com, 1 Nov. 2024 When asked if superheroes have a negative impact on the comic book world, King made an incisive point that reflects her dazzling career. Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for comic book 

Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of comic book was in 1904

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“Comic book.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/comic%20book. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

comic book

noun
: a magazine made up of a series of comic strips
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