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moviegoer

noun

mov·​ie·​go·​er ˈmü-vē-ˌgō-ər How to pronounce moviegoer (audio)
moviegoing
ˈmü-vē-ˌgō-iŋ How to pronounce moviegoer (audio)
-ˌgȯ(-)iŋ
noun often attributive

Examples of moviegoer in a Sentence

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Latino and Hispanic moviegoers led yesterday with 37%, followed by 25% Caucasian, 20% Black, and 13% Asian American, and 5% Native American/other. Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 1 Dec. 2025 Imax, which boasts special projectors that offer a bigger picture and better sound, has been a powerhouse since the pandemic as moviegoers opt for enhanced viewing experiences as an incentive to leave the home. Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 30 Nov. 2025 Foot-traffic firm EntTelligence estimates that For Good drew about two million more moviegoers on opening weekend than the first film did last year. Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025 The changes from the Broadway musical to the big screen (like giving Glinda more depth and making Nessarose’s arc less ableist) absolutely work to make the narrative more cohesive, modern, and to deliver satisfying moments that make sure moviegoers get their money’s worth. Kathleen Newman-Bremang, Refinery29, 22 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for moviegoer

Word History

First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of moviegoer was in 1916

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“Moviegoer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moviegoer. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.

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moviegoer

noun
mov·​ie·​go·​er -ˌgō(-ə)r How to pronounce moviegoer (audio)
: a person who frequently attends the movies
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