metalepses

Meanings

• Noun

  A figure of speech where an element in a story or narrative unexpectedly breaks the frame or genre, often for humorous or satirical effect.

  - "In the novel 'Don Quixote', Sancho Panza, the faithful sidekick, suddenly interrupts the narrative to address the reader directly."
  - "In a fairy tale, a character may break the fourth wall and comment on the plot or even interact with the reader."
  - "In a metafictional work, the author may intrude into the story and engage with the characters."

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Variants

List of all variants of metalepses that leads to same result
metallophone , metallophones

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Etymology

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From the Greek words 'meta' (beyond) and 'lepsis' (seizure or taking). It refers to the unexpected shift or seizure of meaning.

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Trivia

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1. Metalepsis is also known as 'transumption' or 'transposition'.

2. Metalepsis is a popular device in postmodern literature and film.

3. The term 'metalepsis' was first coined by the ancient Greek rhetorician Quintilian.

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Related Concepts

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1. Metafiction: A genre of literature that self-consciously reflects on its own nature as a work of fiction.

2. Fourth Wall: The imaginary barrier between the audience and the performers in a theatrical production.

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Culture

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Metalepsis is a literary device that has been used throughout history in various forms of literature, including novels, short stories, and poetry. It is often used for comedic or satirical effect, and can add depth and complexity to a narrative.

How to Memorize "metalepses"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a story where a character suddenly speaks directly to the reader.
   - Visualize a fairy tale character stepping out of the page and interacting with you.
   - Think of a novel where the author becomes a character in the story.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'metalepsis' with the idea of unexpected shifts or twists.
   - Think of a character breaking the fourth wall as a metaphorical representation of metalepsis.
   - Associate metalepsis with the idea of a story or narrative taking an unexpected turn.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym METALEPSES to remember the meaning: Meta- (beyond) + Taking (seizing) + Elements (of a story or narrative) + P (plays with) + S (the structure) + E (expectations) + S (surprisingly).

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