Geriaction
noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A genre of action films starring aging actors and actresses, especially ones who were action stars earlier in their careers. uncountable
"Whatever it was, the geriaction flick looks like it might become a permanent fixture as our favourite actors grow old alongside us and compete with the younger heroes for celluloid space."
Example
More examples"Whatever it was, the geriaction flick looks like it might become a permanent fixture as our favourite actors grow old alongside us and compete with the younger heroes for celluloid space."
Etymology
Blend of geriatric + action.
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