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documentary (noun)

A documentary is a film, television program, or radio show that provides a factual record or report on a specific subject. Unlike fictional movies, documentaries aim to document reality and inform the audience about real-life events, people, or social issues.

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Think of a 'DOCUMENT' that comes to life on 'TV' (Documentary). It's a 'document' on 'air' (tary).

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I watched a document about space. → I watched a documentary about space.

He is a documentary's director. → He is a documentary director.

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