movie

UK: ˈmuːvi | US: ˈmuːvi

Definition

  1. n. a recording of moving images that tells a story or documents reality; a motion picture.

  2. n. (informal) the cinema industry or the experience of watching films.

Structure
mov <to move>ie <noun suffix>
Etymology

movie = mov<to move> + ie<noun suffix>

  • mov (from Latin movēre, meaning "to move") → Reflects the dynamic nature of motion pictures.
  • ie (diminutive or colloquial noun suffix) → Adds a casual, familiar tone (cf. "doggie," "auntie").

Etymology Origin:
Coined in the early 20th century as a shortened form of "moving picture," movie retains the core idea of movement (mov) while the suffix -ie makes it colloquial and accessible. The term highlights the technological marvel of early cinema—images that "moved," distinguishing it from static photography.

Examples

  1. We watched a classic movie last night.

  2. She works in the movie industry as a producer.

  3. Let’s go to the movies this weekend.

  4. This movie won three Academy Awards.

  5. His dream is to direct a sci-fi movie.