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: of, relating to, or being science fiction
a sci-fi film
sci-fi noun

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The video, which resembles scenes from the sci-fi film I, Robot, shows scores of Walker S2 humanoid machines turning their heads, waving, and marching into shipping containers. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 1 Dec. 2025 The Academy Award-winner, who is currently making the rounds for her role in the sci-fi rom-com Eternity, recently addressed the possibility of reviving the sitcom during an interview with Rolling Stone. Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Nov. 2025 They’re both set to star in the upcoming sci-fi animation series New-Gen. Ilana Frost, PEOPLE, 30 Nov. 2025 The Netflix sci-fi show will be releasing the final season in three parts. Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 30 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sci-fi

Word History

Etymology

shortened from science fiction

First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sci-fi was in 1953

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“Sci-fi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sci-fi. Accessed 2 Dec. 2025.

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sci-fi

noun
ˈsī-ˈfī
sci-fi adjective

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