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headcanon
What does headcanon mean?
A fan's own belief about a character or relationship not confirmed by canon, held as personally true.
"My headcanon is that she's autistic and nobody can take that from me."
Origin
Blend of 'head' + 'canon'.
Frequently asked questions
What does headcanon mean?
It's a fan's personal interpretation of a character or relationship that isn't confirmed by canon but is held as personally true.
What's the difference between headcanon and fanon?
A headcanon is one person's individual belief, while fanon is a headcanon that has spread and become widely accepted across a fandom.
Where does the word headcanon come from?
It's a blend of 'head' and 'canon', meaning canon that exists only in your own head.
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