Merriam-Webster Adds Anime to English Language
As initially reported by Animated Movies.com, the Merriam-Webster
Dictionary now contains the word, "anime." Added during the respected
reference guide's recent update to its website, the Merriam-Webster entry
reads:
"Main Entry: an·i·me
Pronunciation: 'a-n&-"mA, 'ä-nE-
Function: noun
Etymology: Japanese, animation, short for animEshiyon, from English
Date: 1988
: a style of animation originating in Japan that is characterized by stark colorful graphics depicting vibrant characters in action-filled plots often with fantastic or futuristic themes"
The official addition of the term to the English lexicon is a strong indicator of the Eastern art form's ever-growing popularity and importance in the West. For a list of in-stock merchandise that you can use to capitalize on anime, click here.
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"Main Entry: an·i·me
Pronunciation: 'a-n&-"mA, 'ä-nE-
Function: noun
Etymology: Japanese, animation, short for animEshiyon, from English
Date: 1988
: a style of animation originating in Japan that is characterized by stark colorful graphics depicting vibrant characters in action-filled plots often with fantastic or futuristic themes"
The official addition of the term to the English lexicon is a strong indicator of the Eastern art form's ever-growing popularity and importance in the West. For a list of in-stock merchandise that you can use to capitalize on anime, click here.
