westerns
word · lemma: western
Definition
Westerns are movies, books, or shows set in the American Old West, usually featuring cowboys, outlaws, and frontier life.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly used for movies, but can refer to books or TV. 'Westerns' evoke themes like heroism, the frontier, showdowns, and saloons. Not all stories set in the West are 'westerns'; it usually includes classic cowboy elements. The term is always plural when talking about the genre.
Example Sentences
Many westerns feature cowboys and horses.
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My grandfather collects old westerns.
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Spaghetti westerns became really popular in the 1960s.
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Not all westerns have happy endings—some are actually quite dark.
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I got into westerns after watching 'The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.'
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He loves watching westerns on TV.
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