moviegoer

noun

mov·​ie·​go·​er ˈmü-vē-ˌgō-ər How to pronounce moviegoer (audio)
moviegoing
ˈmü-vē-ˌgō-iŋ How to pronounce moviegoer (audio)
-ˌgȯ(-)iŋ
noun often attributive

Examples of moviegoer in a Sentence

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While fanboys are known for rushing out on opening weekend, older moviegoers are likely to bide their time and avoid the crowds. Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 12 July 2025 After Wonder Woman, moviegoers weren’t necessarily clamoring for any more Superman or Batman films. Tim Grierson, Vulture, 11 July 2025 Advertisement Advertisement The lack of substance in these two scenes may come as a surprise to many moviegoers. Eliana Dockterman, Time, 11 July 2025 Audiences — thanks to advanced press screenings and special Amazon Prime member paid screenings on Tuesday — gave moviegoers a chance to vote on RT’s Popcornmeter earlier than usual. Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for moviegoer

Word History

First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of moviegoer was in 1916

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“Moviegoer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moviegoer. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

moviegoer

noun
mov·​ie·​go·​er -ˌgō(-ə)r How to pronounce moviegoer (audio)
: a person who frequently attends the movies
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