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Fairy tale
01
a type of folktale that typically features mythical creatures, magical events, and enchanted settings, often with a moral lesson or a happy ending
What is a "fairytale"?
A fairytale is a type of folktale that features magical elements and fantastical creatures, such as fairies, witches, and talking animals. These stories often involve adventures, quests, and conflicts between good and evil. Fairytales usually have a clear moral or lesson and are set in imaginary worlds or enchanted settings. They are designed to entertain and enchant readers or listeners, often with a happy ending where good triumphs over evil.
Examples
Children love to immerse themselves in the magical world of fairy tales, where anything seems possible.
02
an interesting but highly implausible story; often told as an excuse
