English · Arts & Literature
short story
/ʃɔːt ˈstɔː.ri/
[/ʃɔːt ˈstɔː.ri/]
brief fictional tale
Beginnernoun
Definition
A short piece of fiction that can usually be read in one sitting.
Example
His short story was only ten pages long, yet it left a lasting impression on readers.
His short story was only ten pages long, yet it left a lasting impression on readers.
Etymology
A compound of 'short' (Old English 'sceort') and 'story' (from Latin 'historia').
How & Where It’s Used
A popular literary form, often published in collections or magazines.