Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

feuilleton

noun

/ˈfɔɪ.ə.tɒn/

Definition

A part of a newspaper or magazine that contains essays, fiction, criticism, and other writings, often appearing in a serial format.

Examples

The newspaper’s feuilleton featured a serialized novel by a popular author.
She enjoyed reading the cultural critiques published in the feuilleton every week.
The editorial staff added a feuilleton to discuss contemporary issues and literary trends.

Meaning

The term ‘feuilleton’ originates from the French word for ‘leaf’ or ‘sheet,’ referring to a supplementary section of a publication that includes various literary forms.