"sensawunda" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: Intentional misspelling or eye dialect rendition of sense of wonder. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} sensawunda (uncountable)
  1. (dated, fandom slang) Wonder or excitement invoked by the grandeur and vision of science fiction. Wikipedia link: Sense of wonder Tags: dated, slang, uncountable Categories (topical): Science fiction
    Sense id: en-sensawunda-en-noun-FP5ojP-z Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English entries with topic categories using raw markup Topics: lifestyle

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