Movie

/ˈmuːvi/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A film or a motion picture, typically a story that is presented visually through moving images.

We went to the cinema to watch the latest action movie.

A recording of a sequence of images that tell a story, typically accompanied by sound.

She loves to collect classic movies from the 1950s.

A performance in the form of a film or video.

The movie received rave reviews for its outstanding performances.

The process of making a film or video.

He is currently involved in the movie industry as a producer.

Shortened from 'moving picture' in the early 20th century.

blockbuster

A very popular and successful movie.

screenplay

The script of a movie.

box office

The commercial success of a movie.

cinema

A place where movies are shown.

director

A person who directs the making of a film.

screen

The surface on which a movie is projected.

Flick

Let's catch a flick this weekend.

Feature

That feature just came out; we should watch it.

Reel

I can't wait to watch the new reel that dropped.