storyline
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Also seen as: storylines
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The plot of a story; one of several within a story, usually interwoven.
Noun
Examples
That film had a wonderful storyline, but the poor acting let it down.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A narrative description of a given modeling scenario, highlighting its main characteristics and underlying technical and socioeconomic drivers.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “storyline” mean?
The plot of a story; one of several within a story, usually interwoven.
Is “storyline” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.