First Known Use: 1988
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anime
noun an·i·me \ˈa-nə-ˌmā, ˈä-nē-\
: a style of animation that was created in Japan and that uses colorful images, strong characters, and stories that have a lot of action
Full Definition of ANIME
: 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
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Origin of ANIME
Japanese, animation, short for animēshiyon, from English
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anime
noun an·i·me \ˈa-nə-ˌmā, ˈä-nē-\
Definition of ANIME for Kids
: a style of animation that was created in Japan and that uses colorful images, strong characters, and action-filled plots
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