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Definition of comix

comix

/ˈkɑː.mɪks/
com · ix
Plural:comix
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comix Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

American A genre of comic books that emerged from the underground press of the 1960s and 1970s, typically featuring explicit, countercultural, or adult-oriented content.

Example

"The museum exhibition highlighted the profound influence of underground comix on modern graphic novels and independent publishing."

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Word Nuance & Usage

The 'x' in comix is intentionally used to distinguish these works from mainstream, child-oriented 'comics', originally signaling 'X-rated' or mature content.

• Rhymes for comix

• Nearby Words

comet
comfrey
comic
comix
commix
common adder
common basilisk

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 1960s during the American underground press movement. The spelling was altered from 'comics' to include an 'x', partly to highlight the inclusion of X-rated or adult themes.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Comix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/comix
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