New words. 2013.
Bollywood — (BAW.lee.wood) n. The films or film industry of India. adj. Relating to India s films or film industry. Example Citation: A three hour Bollywood potboiler averages a half dozen songs. There is no current Hollywood equivalent, even though Baz… … New words
Film — actorvist backstory baked potato bigature bitcom blurb whore Bollywood breaking the fourth wall … New words
Television — actorvist adrenaline television appointment television backstory baked potato barking head begathon … New words
adrenaline television — (uh.DREN.uh.lin TEL.uh.vizh.un) n. A live television broadcast of a dramatic event. Example Citation: For several gripping hours on Tuesday afternoon, the Colorado school siege provided cable news networks with adrenaline television students… … New words
instamentary — n. A documentary produced in a very short time, particularly one about a recent news event. Also: insta mentary. [Instant + documentary.] Example Citations: Even as Hollywood movie studios scramble to put together feature films inspired by… … New words
mockbuster — n. A low budget movie with a title and plot similar to a current blockbuster film. [Blend of mock and blockbuster.] Example Citations: Well, TMZ is not the only assault on Hollywood s way of life. There s something worse. It s called the… … New words
stalker site — n. A Web site devoted to a celebrity, the content of which clearly indicates that the fan who created the site is obsessed with their subject. Example Citation: Many Web sites are tributes to celebrities by appreciative fans. However some of… … New words
stunt programming — (STUNT proh.gra.ming) n. Controversial, extravagant, or gimmicky television shows designed to boost a network s ratings. stunt program n. Example Citations: The sweeps system, which originated in radio, has been around for almost fifty years, and … New words
