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disney

n. uncountable
A1 Beginner US //ˈdɪzni// dis·ney Informal

n. a very famous American company that makes movies, cartoons, and theme parks. You use this name to talk about the brand or the magical style of their stories.

n. a multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate, primarily associated with animation, film production, and theme parks. Often used metonymically to refer to the company's specific brand of family-oriented storytelling.


SIMPLE

We are planning a trip to Disney next summer.

CONTEXTUAL

The studio's latest film follows the classic Disney formula of catchy songs and a happy ending.

COMPLEX

While the brand is synonymous with childhood innocence, the corporate reach of Disney now extends into news media, sports broadcasting, and high-end digital streaming services.

Origin

English surname of Norman origin, from Old French de (“of, from”) + Isigny (a place in Calvados). For the placename, see Isigny-sur-Mer. In modern use, it is also derived from the name of Walt Disney, whose surname has the aforementioned origin.

Usage

Usually functions as a proper noun; when used as a modifier (e.g., 'a Disney movie'), it behaves like an attributive noun.

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