CultureAugust 10, 2026
featurette
fee-chuh-RET
Definition
A short film, typically a documentary or behind-the-scenes look, that accompanies a main feature presentation.
Etymology
Derived from the English word 'feature' combined with the French diminutive suffix '-ette', which denotes something smaller than the original version.
In the news
In the context of media discussions, a featurette refers to the supplementary short video content often included with a major release to provide context or promotional background.
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