chick flick

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chick flick

a movie that appeals more to women than to men

chick flick

n. Informal

A film intended to appeal primarily to women, especially one that emphasizes human relationships and emotions rather than action or adventure.

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chick flick

1. (Film) informal derogatory a film aimed at or appealing to women

2. (Broadcasting) informal derogatory a film aimed at or appealing to women

[C20: from chick (sense 2) + flick²]

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