noun
- plural of filk; songs created by science fiction and fantasy fans, typically featuring original lyrics set to folk melodies or original compositions.
Usage: fandom; informal
verb
- third-person singular present tense of filk; to create or perform filk music.
Usage: fandom; informal
Examples
- The convention featured a filk circle where fans shared their original songs.
- She filks at every science fiction convention she attends.
- Many filks parody popular folk songs with science fiction themes.
- The band filks traditional melodies with lyrics about their favorite fantasy novels.
- Filks have become an important part of fan culture at conventions.