comic book

noun

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

Examples of comic book in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web And there was a comic book series, 24 novels, video games, a magazine, and a barrage of The Man From U.N.C.L.E. merchandise available for sale. Marc Berman, Forbes, 22 Sep. 2024 Now, nine actors have played Batman in movies, and popular villains in the comic books have earned their own film or show spinoffs. Rebecca Aizin, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2024 Since then, the game has spawned a digital game, esports league, comic book series, and a best-selling novel. Joe Otterson, Variety, 20 Sep. 2024 The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has announced that the iconic comic book character will be honored during a Sept. 26 ceremony. Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 18 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for comic book 

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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 2 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

comic book

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