headcanon

English

noun
Definitions
  • (fandom slang) Elements and interpretations of a fictional universe accepted by an individual fan, but not necessarily found within or supported by the official canon.

Etymology

Compound from English head (-hood, noun, hood, foremost, or leading part, topmost, suffix indicating a fan enthusiast) + English canon (general principle, rule, catalogue of saints canonized in the Roman Catholic Church, authoritative group of works).

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canon

Gloss

general principle, rule, catalogue of saints canonized in the Roman Catholic Church, authoritative group of works

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