docuseries

noun

doc·​u·​se·​ries ˈdä-kyə-ˌsir-(ˌ)ēz How to pronounce docuseries (audio)
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: a documentary that is telecast in a series of programs

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The four-part docuseries Rafa pulls back the curtain on the notoriously private Nadal’s inner and personal life in 2024, which marked his final year on tour. Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for docuseries

Word History

Etymology

documentary + series

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of docuseries was in 1973

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“Docuseries.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/docuseries. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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