Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tall-tale
noun
/tɔːl teɪl/
Definition
A tall tale is a story that is exaggerated and often humorous, featuring unbelievable elements that are told as if they were true.
Examples
- He told such a tall tale about catching a fish that was as big as a whale.
- Growing up, my grandfather loved to share tall tales about his adventures in the wild west.
Meaning
Tall tales are often characterized by over-the-top characters and events, making them entertaining and sometimes hard to believe.
Synonyms
- fib
- exaggeration
- story
- fable
