1. Plural of gothic; works of gothic literature, architecture, or art, typically characterized by dark, mysterious, or supernatural themes.
Usage: Often used to refer to gothic novels or literary works; Can refer to gothic architectural styles or design elements
2. People who identify with or practice gothic subculture, characterized by dark clothing, makeup, and aesthetic.
Usage: informal; refers to members of the gothic subculture

Examples

• She loves reading classic gothics like Wuthering Heights and Jane Eyre.
• The museum's collection includes several important gothics from the Victorian era.
• Many gothics gather at the concert venue on weekends.
• The cathedral's architecture features typical gothics with pointed arches and ribbed vaults.
• He studies the symbolism found in 18th-century gothics.