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narrate

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈnɛˌɹeɪt// UK //nɐɹˈeɪt// nar·rate

v. to tell a story or describe an event in words. You use this when someone speaks or writes about a series of events in a clear order.

v. to tell a story or describe an event in words, typically in a sequential manner. Often used in the context of audio-visual media or written accounts.


SIMPLE

The actor will narrate the documentary.

CONTEXTUAL

The author chose to narrate the story from the perspective of the youngest child to create a sense of innocence.

COMPLEX

While the director intended for the film to be silent, the studio insisted that a narrator be hired to provide context for the international audience.

Synonyms
Origin

In English (recorded only since 1656, but until the 19th century stigmatized as 'Scottish') apparently from narration.

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