fad


Pronunciation key

( fad )

fad n.

[19th c. < Brit. Midland dialect]

  1. A custom or style or trend that numerous people are interested in for a short period of time.
  2. A practice or interest followed for a time with exaggerated zeal.
  3. A passing fancy or fashion.
  4. passing fashion
  5. craze
  6. hobby

Syn. See fashion

References

  • Webster's New World Dictionary of the American Language (College Edition) ©1955
  • Funk and Wagnall's Standard Dictionary, Comprehensive International Edition, ©1976
  • Merriam-Webster Dictionary & Thesaurus, ©2004

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