"geriaction" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Blend of geriatric + action. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|geriatric|action}} Blend of geriatric + action Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} geriaction (uncountable)
  1. A genre of action films starring aging actors and actresses, especially ones who were action stars earlier in their careers. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Film

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