anime
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.an·i·me
noun \ˈa-nə-ˌmā, ˈä-nē-\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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Japanese, animation, short for animēshiyon, from English
First Known Use: 1988
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