dramedy

or dra·ma·dy

[ drah-muh-dee, dram-uh‐ ]

noun,plural dra·me·dies.
  1. a television program or series using both serious and comic subjects, usually without relying on conventional plots, laugh tracks, etc.

Origin of dramedy

1
Blend of drama and comedy

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British Dictionary definitions for dramedy

dramedy

/ (ˈdrɑːmɪdɪ) /


nounplural -dies
  1. a television or film drama in which there are important elements of comedy

Origin of dramedy

1
C20: from dram (a) + (com) edy

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