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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As two storytellers, the blurring of those lines interests us. Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Oct. 2024 At her events, Ms. Noble is careful to recruit storytellers who are not just dreaming about peace but actually changing behavior. Keith Collins, The Christian Science Monitor, 22 Oct. 2024 Dorsett’s characters are born again in ways of surrounding themselves with an out and proud legacy, proving Dorsett to be a committed storyteller. Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 22 Oct. 2024 As the conversation neared its conclusion, Bennani noted that her biggest concern is when storytellers conflate truth with sincerity. Carita Rizzo, Variety, 19 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for storyteller 

Word History

First Known Use

1709, in the meaning defined above

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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 6 Nov. 2024.

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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