fanon

[ˈfanən]

fanon Definition

• 1. a genre of fiction that is created by fans of a particular work, rather than by its original creator
• 2. a piece of fan fiction

Using fanon: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fanon" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She spends most of her free time reading and writing fanon.

• Example

  The fanon community has produced some amazing works of art and literature.

• Example

  I prefer fanon to canon because it allows for more creative freedom.

fanon Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fanon

• fan fiction
• fan-created content
• unofficial content

Phrases with fanon

• shipping fanon

  a type of fanon that focuses on romantic relationships between characters

  Example

  The shipping fanon for this show is incredibly popular.

• AU fanon

  a type of fanon that takes place in an alternate universe

  Example

  I love reading AU fanon because it allows for so much creativity.

• headcanon

  a personal interpretation or belief about a work of fiction, often not supported by the original creator

  Example

  My headcanon is that these two characters are secretly in love.

Origins of fanon

from 'fan' + 'canon'

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Summary: fanon in Brief

'Fanon' [ˈfanən] refers to a genre of fiction created by fans of a particular work, rather than by its original creator. It includes fan fiction and other fan-created content, such as shipping fanon and AU fanon. Fanon allows for more creative freedom than canon and often explores romantic relationships between characters. Headcanon is a related term that refers to personal interpretations or beliefs about a work of fiction.