Indy (noun)

A short form of the word independence or independent. It's often used to describe a person, group, or entity that operates independently.

Origin:

Short form of independence.

Examples:

1. The indy band played at the local bar on Friday night.
2. He's an indy filmmaker, he makes his own movies without any studio support.
3. She"s an indy candidate, she"s running for office without the support of a political party.
4. The store is an indy bookstore, it's not part of a chain.
5. The film festival is an indy film festival, it showcases films made outside the Hollywood studio system.