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/ˈkanən/ (canonical, canonically, canons) NOUN A word to describe something that is true to the original story. Things considered “canon” are basically considered “true” (in the story). -Similar Words: Not Canon; Something that isn’t true to the original story. Head-Canon; Usually used when someone creates their own AU (Alternate Universe), and adds their own “canon” part in their story. Usually describes fiction. Often confused with “cannon”. Can be used in sentences as;
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