GAFIA

== English == === Alternative forms === gafia === Etymology === Acronym of getting away from it all. Used in early science-fiction fandom. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈɡæfi.ə/, /ˈɡɑfi.ə/ === Noun === GAFIA (uncountable) (dated, fandom slang) The state of becoming involved in science fiction and fandom activity, leaving the mundane world. (dated, fandom slang) The state of exiting or becoming inactive in fandom. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Related terms ==== FAFIA === References === Jeff Prucher, editor (2007), “GAFIA”, in Brave New Words: The Oxford Dictionary of Science Fiction, Oxford, Oxfordshire; New York, N.Y.: Oxford University Press, →ISBN.