frame story
A literary technique whereby an introductory or main narrative is presented, at least…A literary technique whereby an introductory or main narrative is presented, at least in part, for the purpose of setting the stage either for a more emphasized second narrative or for a set of shorter stories.
Meaning
1 sensesA literary technique whereby an introductory or main narrative is presented, at least in part, for the purpose of setting the stage either for a more emphasized second narrative or for a set of shorter stories.
обрамле́ниеobramlénije
Translations
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Forms
plural: frame stories| Singular | frame story |
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Synonyms
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