Popicon (noun)
A fictional band, musician, or pop culture idol that exists within another fictional universe. Often created as a parody, homage, or in-universe phenomenon to add depth to a story’s world.
A fictional band, musician, or pop culture idol that exists within another fictional universe. Often created as a parody, homage, or in-universe phenomenon to add depth to a story’s world.
Example:
"Dude, OH Boyz from Kim Possible are the ultimate Popicon—everyone in Middleton loves them, but they’re not even real in our world!"
Usage:
"That anime’s fake idol group is such a Popicon, I wish they were real so I could buy their merch."
"Dude, OH Boyz from Kim Possible are the ultimate Popicon—everyone in Middleton loves them, but they’re not even real in our world!"
Usage:
"That anime’s fake idol group is such a Popicon, I wish they were real so I could buy their merch."
by Sakurakage August 29, 2025
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