Gen Z Coined 2023
canon event
What does canon event mean?
A formative, often unavoidable experience that shapes who you become — something "meant to happen" in your personal story.
"Getting your heart broken at 19 is basically a canon event."
Origin
Borrowed from the Spider-Verse films, where "canon events" are fixed plot points every version of a character must go through.
Frequently asked questions
What does "canon event" mean?
A formative, often unavoidable experience that shapes who you become — something "meant to happen" in your personal story.
How do you use "canon event" in a sentence?
For example: "Getting your heart broken at 19 is basically a canon event."
Where does "canon event" come from?
Borrowed from the Spider-Verse films, where "canon events" are fixed plot points every version of a character must go through. It's generally dated to around 2023.
Is "canon event" Gen Z slang?
Yes — "canon event" is classed as Gen Z slang on FreeDict. A formative, often unavoidable experience that shapes who you become — something "meant to happen" in your personal story.
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