comix

[ kom-iks ]

noun

, (used with a plural verb)

1. comic strips or comic art, often luridly sexual or political in character.

Word History and Origins

Origin of comix¹

First recorded in 1970–75; respelling of comics

Example Sentences

In 1970, Ms. Robbins was one of the creators of It Ain’t Me Babe Comix, the first comic book made exclusively by women.

From New York Times

Shinkai and his talented team of animators at CoMix Wave Films are unmatched at making a hyperreal Japan seem so inviting.

From Salon

It was Saturday morning, and he was standing in line outside Bayport Comix with Chet, Frank, Iola, and Phil.

From Literature

“Duh. Chet just means we’re going to meet the Morpho crew at Bayport Comix this weekend.”

From Literature

“The actor who played Morpho in the movie and the artist who draws him in the comics are both coming to Bayport Comix on Saturday.”

From Literature