chick lit

English

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Etymology

From the English slang words chick (“girl, woman”) and lit (“literature”).

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈt͡ʃɪk ˌlɪt/

Noun

chick lit (uncountable)

  1. (often derogatory) Literature perceived to appeal to, or be marketed at, young women, typically concerning romantic dilemmas.

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