graphic novel

noun

: a story that is presented in comic-strip format and published as a book

Examples of graphic novel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This graphic novel is an important read about kindness and friendship. Carly Tagen-Dye, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2024 The special comes three years after the cult favorite, supernatural Western series Wynonna Earp, based on Beau Smith’s IDW Publishing graphic novel, ended its four-season run. Denise Petski, Deadline, 27 July 2024 Daryl Dixon is the fifth spinoff in the long-running AMC franchise based on Robert Kirkman’s series of graphic novels. Charlie Mason, TVLine, 26 July 2024 The graphic novels were created by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips. Joe Otterson, Variety, 10 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for graphic novel 

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Word History

First Known Use

1964, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of graphic novel was in 1964

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“Graphic novel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/graphic%20novel. Accessed 12 Sep. 2024.

Kids Definition

graphic novel

noun
: a work of fiction or non-fiction that is presented in comic-strip format and published as a book

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