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genre

/ˈʒɑːnər/ noun · British & US
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What does genre mean?

noun

A category of artistic, musical, or literary composition characterized by a particular style, form, or content. A particular style or type of music, art, or literature.

Example

"The film is a classic example of the science fiction genre."

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