indy
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɪndi// in·dy
adj. independent, especially in music or film. You use this to describe artists or companies that work outside the big commercial system.
adj. independent of major commercial corporations, particularly in the music and film industries. Often used attributively before a noun.
She prefers listening to indy rock bands.
The festival showcases indy filmmakers who produce their own work without studio backing.
The rise of streaming platforms has blurred the line between indy creators and major labels, allowing niche voices to reach global audiences with minimal overhead.
Clipping of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Independent + -y.