indie

[ in-dee ]

noun

1. an independently or privately owned business, especially a film or music company that is not affiliated with a larger and more commercial company:

   to work for an indie.

2. a movie or other work produced by such a company.
3. a genre of music, especially pop or rock, that is independently produced.
4. a person who works for an independently owned business or is self-employed.

adjective

1. noting or relating to an indie:

   an indie film producer;

   an indie video game.

2. noting or relating to independently produced music:

   indie rock;

   an indie pop group.

indie

/ ˈɪndɪ /

noun

1. informal.
   1. an independent film or record company
   2. ( as modifier )

      the indie charts

      an indie producer

Word History and Origins

Origin of indie¹

First recorded in 1940–45; ind(ependent) + -ie

Example Sentences

And once his kids are older, he may start taking different parts — maybe a psychological thriller or an indie film.

From Los Angeles Times

If Balatro does take the top prize on the night it will be the first indie title in the Game Awards' 10-year history without the backing of a major publisher to do so.

From BBC

They have also thrown off the indie shackles on a special edition of Gary featuring cover versions of songs by acts ranging from Bob Marley to Lady Gaga and Whitney Houston.

From BBC

Wisp’s rise is a product of generational tastes and technology; like a lot of Soundcloud rap, “Your Face” was first written atop an online instrumental from indie producer grayskies.

From Los Angeles Times

David Lilley told the BBC he recognised the importance of the event for the "indie and creator community" and wanted "to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported us along the way."

From BBC