Meaning of the word foreshadowing in English
What does foreshadowing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
foreshadowing
US /fɔrˈʃæd·oʊ·ɪŋ, foʊr-/
UK /fɔːˈʃæd.əʊ.ɪŋ/
Noun
a literary device in which a writer gives an advance hint of what is to come later in the story
Example:
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The dark clouds and distant thunder served as foreshadowing of the coming storm.
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The author used subtle foreshadowing to hint at the tragic ending.
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