Hollywood.
A neighbourhood of Los Angeles, California, known as the center of the American motion picture industry.
Meaning & usage
A neighbourhood of Los Angeles, California, known as the center of the American motion picture industry.
The American motion picture industry, regardless of location.
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A nickname for someone involved with the film industry or celebrity culture.
A surname
Where this word comes from
The name of the neighbourhood in Los Angeles (proper noun sense 1) was coined by real estate developer H. J. Whitley, from holly + wood. By metonymy, it became the name of the industry, and eventually also a name for decadence.
Resembling or relating to the Hollywood movie industry.
Of or characteristic of a Hollywood film.
Where this word comes from
The name of the neighbourhood in Los Angeles (proper noun sense 1) was coined by real estate developer H. J. Whitley, from holly + wood. By metonymy, it became the name of the industry, and eventually also a name for decadence.
A waxing practice that removes all of the pubic hair, unlike a Brazilian which leaves a small strip behind.
Where this word comes from
The name of the neighbourhood in Los Angeles (proper noun sense 1) was coined by real estate developer H. J. Whitley, from holly + wood. By metonymy, it became the name of the industry, and eventually also a name for decadence.
To engage in Hollywooding (various senses).
Where this word comes from
The name of the neighbourhood in Los Angeles (proper noun sense 1) was coined by real estate developer H. J. Whitley, from holly + wood. By metonymy, it became the name of the industry, and eventually also a name for decadence.
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