Afi

/ˌeɪ ɛf ˈaɪ/ noun

American Film Institute, an organization dedicated to preserving and honoring American cinema heritage.

Acronym established in 1967 from American Film Institute. 'American' from Amerigo Vespucci, 'film' from Old English 'filmen' (membrane), and 'institute' from Latin 'instituere' meaning 'to set up, establish'.

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