English Explanatory Dictionary

science fiction

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Fiction in which advanced technology or science is a key element.
  2. Technology that, while theoretically possible, is not yet practical.
adj
  1. Of or pertaining to this genre.

Pronunciation

/ˈsaɪəns ˌfɪkʃən/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-science fiction.wav

Word forms

science fiction science fictions science-fiction

Etymology

From science + fiction. First use appears c. 1851. See cite below.

Synonyms

scientific romance scientifiction sci-fi SF skiffy stf science fiction

Antonyms

science fact

Related words

fan of science fiction

Derived words

hard science fiction military science fiction science fact science faction science fantasy science-fictionish science-fictiony soft science fiction
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