plot coupon
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An object sought by a character in a story in order to achieve some objective, having…An object sought by a character in a story in order to achieve some objective, having little purpose beyond advancing the plot.
Meaning
1 senses(slang)An object sought by a character in a story in order to achieve some objective, having little purpose beyond advancing the plot.
Origin
Coined by critic Nick Lowe.Coined by critic Nick Lowe.
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Forms
plural: plot coupons| Singular | plot coupon |
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