1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definitions: Small-circulation, self-published magazines or newsletters, often produced by hobbyists or enthusiasts on a particular subject.
3. Pronunciations: US: /ziːns/, UK: /ziːnz/
4. Origin and Usage: The term "zine" is a shortened form of "fanzine," which refers to a type of nonprofessional, self-published magazine that focuses on a particular fandom or interest. Zines became popular in the 1970s and 1980s as a way for people to share their ideas and opinions on a variety of topics, including music, politics, and art. Today, zines continue to be an important part of underground and alternative publishing.
5. Synonyms: None
6. Related Words: None
7. Example Sentences:
- She spent all night working on her latest zine about veganism.
- The punk zine scene was thriving in the 1980s.
- He was excited to contribute an article to his friends zine about independent cinema.