storyteller

noun

sto·​ry·​tell·​er ˈstȯr-ē-ˌte-lər How to pronounce storyteller (audio)
: a teller of stories: such as
a
: a relater of anecdotes
b
: a reciter of tales (as in a children's library)
c
d
: a writer of stories
storytelling noun

Examples of storyteller in a Sentence

he's something of a storyteller, so I wouldn't put too much stock in anything he says
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Star Wars books From the days of the High Republic to the Rise of the First Order, storytellers from across the Star Wars galaxy offer behind-the-scenes stories. Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2025 Hill, the son of Stephen King, is an enthralling storyteller. Randy Myers, Mercury News, 10 July 2025 Chris has always been a prolific storyteller and a true ally. Katcy Stephan, Variety, 9 July 2025 If a picture’s worth a thousand words, then consider Michael Bolton the ultimate storyteller. Rachel Desantis, People.com, 8 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for storyteller

Word History

First Known Use

1709, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of storyteller was in 1709

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“Storyteller.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/storyteller. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

storyteller

noun
sto·​ry·​tell·​er ˈstōr-ē-ˌtel-ər How to pronounce storyteller (audio)
ˈstȯr-
: a teller of stories

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