What does FANON mean?

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Noun

Definitions:

1. A genre of fan fiction that features characters from the original work in romantic relationships or sexually explicit situations.
2. A type of cloth that is often used for lining or padding.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈfænən/
• UK: /ˈfanɒn/

Origin and Usage:

The word "fanon" originated from the combination of "fan" and "canon". The term was first used in the 1970s in the context of "Star Trek" fan fiction. In the context of fabric, "fanon" is derived from the French word "fane" which means "cloth".

Synonyms:

None

Related Words:

• canon
• fanum
• gonad
• tonal
• ancon

Example Sentences:

1. "She enjoys reading fanon about her favorite TV show characters."
2. "The jacket is lined with fanon to keep the wearer warm."